Can Bolivian Ram and Discus live together?

Bolivian Ram and Discus are not compatible. The comparison on this page runs the same compatibility engine as the tank builder, checking temperature and pH overlap, predation by size, temperament, and known hard-pair conflicts.

Species Comparison

Bolivian Ram vs Discus

Bolivian Ram

Mikrogeophagus altispinosus

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Verdict:Not compatible

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Cichlids

3.5″

Adult size

6″

30gal

Min tank

75gal

72–79°F

Temperature

82–88°F

6–7.5

5.5–7

peaceful

Temperament

peaceful

Solitary

Schooling

mid

Water level

mid

Compatibility notes

criticalBolivian Ram (72–79°F) and Discus (82–88°F) need different temperatures.

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