Can bichirs live with chinese algae eaters?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Bichirs and chinese algae eaters make a good pair. Both are fine at 74–80°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

BichirBichir72–82°F · pH 6.5–7.5 Chinese algae eaterChinese algae eater74–80°F · pH 6–8

Why it works

Water side by side

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The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Bichir · 12 inChinese algae eater · 10 in0"2"4"6"8"10"12"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

BichirChinese algae eater
Temperature72–82 °F74–80 °F
pH6.5–7.56–8
Adult size12.0 in10.0 in
Minimum tank75 gal75 gal
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietCarnivoreHerbivore

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Questions

Can bichirs live with chinese algae eaters?

Yes. Bichirs and chinese algae eaters make a good pair. Both are fine at 74–80°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

What temperature suits both bichirs and chinese algae eaters?

74–80 °F. Bichirs need 72–82 °F, chinese algae eaters need 74–80 °F.

What size tank do bichirs and chinese algae eaters need together?

At least 75 gal, set by the bichir. Add space for each extra fish.