Can bolivian rams live with chinese algae eaters?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Bolivian rams and chinese algae eaters make a good pair. Both are fine at 74–79°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

Bolivian ramBolivian ram72–79°F · pH 6–7.5 Chinese algae eaterChinese algae eater74–80°F · pH 6–8

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 74–79°Bolivian ram 72–79°Chinese algae eater 74–80°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6–7.5Bolivian ram 6–7.5Chinese algae eater 6–8
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Bolivian ram · 3 inChinese algae eater · 10 in0"2"4"6"8"10"
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

Bolivian ramChinese algae eater
Temperature72–79 °F74–80 °F
pH6–7.56–8
Adult size3.0 in10.0 in
Minimum tank20 gal75 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreHerbivore

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Questions

Can bolivian rams live with chinese algae eaters?

Yes. Bolivian rams and chinese algae eaters make a good pair. Both are fine at 74–79°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

What temperature suits both bolivian rams and chinese algae eaters?

74–79 °F. Bolivian rams need 72–79 °F, chinese algae eaters need 74–80 °F.

What size tank do bolivian rams and chinese algae eaters need together?

At least 75 gal, set by the chinese algae eater. Add space for each extra fish.