Sparks That Never Burn Out
The Ember Tetra is a shoal of living sparks. With fiery orange bodies that glow like embers in a planted tank, they’re tiny but impossible to ignore. Peaceful, hardy, and endlessly active, they’re the perfect “firelight shoalers” to keep your aquarium glowing without ever scorching the vibe.
At Uncle Joe’s Fish Shed, our Embers are curated in vibrant shoals, conditioned for health, and released only in limited drops.
Signature look: Fiery orange glow, translucent shimmer
Peaceful shoaler: Best in groups of 8+
Exclusive runs: Boutique quality, limited availability
Cool, rare, and gone fast — grab your Embers before the glow fades.
🌍 Conservation Status: Native to Brazil’s Araguaia River basin. Not formally listed as threatened, but wild populations face pressure from deforestation and water pollution.
Photo Credit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Ember Tetra (Hyphessobrycon amandae)
🐠 Species Snapshot
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Pethia conchonius (Rosy Barb variant)
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Adult size: ~3 inches
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Lifespan: 3–5 years
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Temperament: Peaceful, active shoaler
🌡️ Tank Setup
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Temp: 74–79°F
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pH: 6.0–7.0
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Tank size: 30+ gallons for groups
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Aquascape: Planted tanks with open swimming space
🍽️ Feeding
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Omnivore: flakes, pellets, live/frozen foods
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Favorites: brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia
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Rotate diet for color and health
👥 Behavior & Compatibility
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Peaceful, best in shoals of 6+
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Works well with other barbs, tetras, Corydoras
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Avoid fin‑nippers
🧪 Care Notes
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Hardy, beginner‑friendly
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Weekly water changes (20–30%)
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Boutique‑raised for premium quality
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