Can ghost shrimp live with bolivian rams?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Ghost 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 ghost shrimp somewhere to hide.
What to watch
- Watch outBolivian rams will eat baby shrimp and may chase adults. Dense plants or moss give ghost shrimp somewhere to hide.
What works
- Both are fine at 72–79°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Ghost shrimp | Bolivian ram | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82 °F | 72–79 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 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 3+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for ghost shrimp
Mystery snailYes
Endler's livebearerYes
Ramshorn snailYes
Amano shrimpYes
CorydorasYes
Celestial pearl danioYes
Better tank mates for bolivian rams
Questions
Can ghost shrimp live with bolivian rams?
Yes, with care. Ghost 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 ghost shrimp somewhere to hide.
What temperature suits both ghost shrimp and bolivian rams?
72–79 °F. Ghost shrimp need 65–82 °F, bolivian rams need 72–79 °F.
What size tank do ghost shrimp and bolivian rams need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the bolivian ram. Add space for each extra fish.