Can siamese algae eaters live with chinese algae eaters?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Siamese algae eaters and chinese algae eaters get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

Siamese algae eaterSiamese algae eater75–79°F · pH 6.5–7.5 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: 75–79°Siamese algae eater 75–79°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

Siamese algae eater · 6 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

Siamese algae eaterChinese algae eater
Temperature75–79 °F74–80 °F
pH6.5–7.56–8
Adult size6.0 in10.0 in
Minimum tank30 gal75 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietHerbivoreHerbivore

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Questions

Can siamese algae eaters live with chinese algae eaters?

Yes. Siamese algae eaters and chinese algae eaters get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

What temperature suits both siamese algae eaters and chinese algae eaters?

75–79 °F. Siamese algae eaters need 75–79 °F, chinese algae eaters need 74–80 °F.

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

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