Can Bolivian Ram live with Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp?
Not recommended
Why
- Bolivian Ram will eat adult Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–8 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Bolivian Ram | Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 65–75°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–7.2 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–15 dGH | 3–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 3.5" | 1.2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Bolivian Ram (to keep Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp):
- Clown Pleco — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Candy Striped Pleco — 4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pitbull Pleco — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp (to keep Bolivian Ram):
- Flower Shrimp — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Amano Shrimp — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Bamboo / Wood Shrimp — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Bolivian Ram: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Bolivian Ram · …with Orange Eye Blue Tiger Shrimp