Can Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk) Live With Bolivian Ram?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Skunk Cleaner Shrimp needs 8.1–8.4, Bolivian Ram needs 6.0–7.5.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk) | Bolivian Ram | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–81°F | 72–81°F | 75–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 | 6–7.5 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2.4" | 3.1" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk)
Lysmata amboinensis
beginnerpeaceful20+ gal
The Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk) (Lysmata amboinensis) is a beginner saltwater species known for its red-orange, white dorsal stripe, white antennae coloration. Cleans parasites off fish. Surfaces.
Full care guide →Bolivian Ram
Mikrogeophagus altispinosus
beginnerpeaceful20+ gal
The Bolivian Ram (Mikrogeophagus altispinosus) is a beginner freshwater species known for its gold-brown, red highlights coloration. Hardier than German Blue Ram. Bottom to Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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