Can bolivian rams live with paradise fish?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, bolivian rams and paradise fish can live together. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.

Bolivian ramBolivian ram72–79°F · pH 6–7.5 Paradise fishParadise fish61–79°F · pH 6–8

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 72–79°Bolivian ram 72–79°Paradise fish 61–79°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6–7.5Bolivian ram 6–7.5Paradise fish 6–8
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Bolivian ram · 3 inParadise fish · 3.5 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
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 ramParadise fish
Temperature72–79 °F61–79 °F
pH6–7.56–8
Adult size3.0 in3.5 in
Minimum tank20 gal20 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomTop
GroupAlone or in pairsOne per tank
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Better tank mates for bolivian rams

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Better tank mates for paradise fish

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Questions

Can bolivian rams live with paradise fish?

Yes, bolivian rams and paradise fish can live together. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.

What temperature suits both bolivian rams and paradise fish?

72–79 °F. Bolivian rams need 72–79 °F, paradise fish need 61–79 °F.

What size tank do bolivian rams and paradise fish need together?

At least 20 gal, set by the bolivian ram. Add space for each extra fish.