Ember Tetra vs Guppy
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Ember Tetra | Guppy | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Adult size | 0.8-1 inch | 1.5-2.5 inches |
| Lifespan | 2-4 years | 2-3 years |
| Min tank size | 10 gallons | 10 gallons |
| Water temp | 72-78F | 74-82°F |
| pH | 6.0-7.0 | 6.8-7.8 |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful |
| Tank mates | Other small peaceful fish like neon tetras, rasboras, and dwarf corydoras. | Other peaceful community fish like tetras, rasboras, corydoras, mollies, and platies. |
| Diet | Omnivorous; high-quality micro pellets, flakes, and frozen foods like daphnia or brine shrimp. Feed small amounts 2-3 times daily. | Omnivorous; feed high-quality flake food daily, supplemented with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp or daphnia 2-3 times per week. |