Can bolivian rams live with serpae tetras?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, bolivian rams and serpae tetras 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 Serpae tetraSerpae tetra72–79°F · pH 6–7.5

Why it works

Water side by side

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

Size to scale

Bolivian ram · 3 inSerpae tetra · 1.75 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 ramSerpae tetra
Temperature72–79 °F72–79 °F
pH6–7.56–7.5
Adult size3.0 in1.75 in
Minimum tank20 gal20 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomMiddle
GroupAlone or in pairsGroups of 6+
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Better tank mates for bolivian rams

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Better tank mates for serpae tetras

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Questions

Can bolivian rams live with serpae tetras?

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

What temperature suits both bolivian rams and serpae tetras?

72–79 °F. Bolivian rams need 72–79 °F, serpae tetras need 72–79 °F.

What size tank do bolivian rams and serpae tetras need together?

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