Can neon tetras live with bolivian rams?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Neon tetras and bolivian rams get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.

Neon tetraNeon tetra72–79°F · pH 6–7 Bolivian ramBolivian ram72–79°F · pH 6–7.5

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 72–79°Neon tetra 72–79°Bolivian ram 72–79°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6–7Neon tetra 6–7Bolivian ram 6–7.5
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Neon tetra · 1.5 inBolivian ram · 3 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

Neon tetraBolivian ram
Temperature72–79 °F72–79 °F
pH6–76–7.5
Adult size1.5 in3.0 in
Minimum tank10 gal20 gal
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swims atMiddleBottom
GroupGroups of 6+Alone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Better tank mates for neon tetras

All neon tetra tank mates

Better tank mates for bolivian rams

All bolivian ram tank mates

Questions

Can neon tetras live with bolivian rams?

Yes. Neon tetras and bolivian rams get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.

What temperature suits both neon tetras and bolivian rams?

72–79 °F. Neon tetras need 72–79 °F, bolivian rams need 72–79 °F.

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

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