Can cherry shrimp live with bolivian rams?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Cherry shrimp and bolivian rams can share a tank, but watch one thing. Bolivian rams will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give cherry shrimp somewhere to hide.
What to watch
- Watch outBolivian rams will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give cherry shrimp somewhere to hide.
What works
- Both are fine at 72–79°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Cherry shrimp | Bolivian ram | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80 °F | 72–79 °F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 3.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for cherry shrimp
Mystery snailYes
CorydorasYes
Kuhli loachYes
Amano shrimpYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
Endler's livebearerYes
Better tank mates for bolivian rams
Questions
Can cherry shrimp live with bolivian rams?
Yes, with care. Cherry shrimp and bolivian rams can share a tank, but watch one thing. Bolivian rams will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give cherry shrimp somewhere to hide.
What temperature suits both cherry shrimp and bolivian rams?
72–79 °F. Cherry shrimp need 65–80 °F, bolivian rams need 72–79 °F.
What size tank do cherry shrimp and bolivian rams need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the bolivian ram. Add space for each extra fish.