Can bolivian rams live with siamese algae eaters?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, bolivian rams and siamese algae eaters can live together. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

Bolivian ramBolivian ram72–79°F · pH 6–7.5 Siamese algae eaterSiamese algae eater75–79°F · pH 6.5–7.5

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 75–79°Bolivian ram 72–79°Siamese algae eater 75–79°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6.5–7.5Bolivian ram 6–7.5Siamese algae eater 6.5–7.5
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Bolivian ram · 3 inSiamese algae eater · 6 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 ramSiamese algae eater
Temperature72–79 °F75–79 °F
pH6–7.56.5–7.5
Adult size3.0 in6.0 in
Minimum tank20 gal30 gal
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swims atBottomBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreHerbivore

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Questions

Can bolivian rams live with siamese algae eaters?

Yes, bolivian rams and siamese algae eaters can live together. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both bolivian rams and siamese algae eaters?

75–79 °F. Bolivian rams need 72–79 °F, siamese algae eaters need 75–79 °F.

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

At least 30 gal, set by the siamese algae eater. Add space for each extra fish.