Can amano shrimp live with bolivian rams?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Amano shrimp and bolivian rams can share a tank, but watch one thing. Bolivian rams will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give amano shrimp somewhere to hide.
What to watch
- Watch outBolivian rams will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give amano shrimp somewhere to hide.
What works
- Both are fine at 72–79°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Amano shrimp | Bolivian ram | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80 °F | 72–79 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.0 in | 3.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 3+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for amano shrimp
Better tank mates for bolivian rams
Questions
Can amano shrimp live with bolivian rams?
Yes, with care. Amano shrimp and bolivian rams can share a tank, but watch one thing. Bolivian rams will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give amano shrimp somewhere to hide.
What temperature suits both amano shrimp and bolivian rams?
72–79 °F. Amano shrimp need 70–80 °F, bolivian rams need 72–79 °F.
What size tank do amano shrimp and bolivian rams need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the bolivian ram. Add space for each extra fish.












