Can severums live with chinese algae eaters?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, severums and chinese algae eaters can live together. Both are fine at 74–80°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

SeverumSeverum74–84°F · pH 6–7 Chinese algae eaterChinese algae eater74–80°F · pH 6–8

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 74–80°Severum 74–84°Chinese algae eater 74–80°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Severum · 8 inChinese algae eater · 10 in0"2"4"6"8"10"
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

SeverumChinese algae eater
Temperature74–84 °F74–80 °F
pH6–76–8
Adult size8.0 in10.0 in
Minimum tank55 gal75 gal
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveSemi-aggressive
Swims atMiddleBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreHerbivore

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Questions

Can severums live with chinese algae eaters?

Yes, severums and chinese algae eaters can live together. Both are fine at 74–80°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

What temperature suits both severums and chinese algae eaters?

74–80 °F. Severums need 74–84 °F, chinese algae eaters need 74–80 °F.

What size tank do severums and chinese algae eaters need together?

At least 75 gal, set by the chinese algae eater. Add space for each extra fish.