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Electric Blue Ram EXPERT ONLY (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)
Electric Blue Ram EXPERT ONLY
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
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Electric Blue Ram EXPERT ONLY (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)
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The Ram is prized for its winning personality despite its fierce appearance. With its spiked dorsal fin, low-slung pectoral fins, Mikrogeophagus ramirezi appears to be an aquarium bulldog. However, this member of the Cichlidae family is actually one of the more social and peaceful freshwater fish. In fact, most Rams will actively swim with equally non-aggressive members of your community aquarium and are known to faithfully pair with just one other mate.

For the best care, the Ram should be kept in an aquarium of at least 30 gallons with several dense plant groups scattered around plenty of open swimming space. The Ram also needs a few caves in which to hide and, if breeding, flat stones on which the female can lay her eggs. Though the Ram is very peaceful, both females and males can become aggressive towards other fish when hiding places are lacking or when tending to their eggs.

Impeccable water quality is also a must. The Rams breed in soft to medium hard water with a neutral pH and slightly raised water temperatures between 77° and 82°F. Peat should be added to the water. Both the male and female share the rearing of the fry, and it has been reported that the Ram will take fry into their mouths to protect them like a mouth brooder. Care should be taken so that the fry are not sucked into the filter.

Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1" to 1-1/2"; Large: 2" to 2-1/2"

Please note: We guarantee that ALL aquaria species we offer will arrive alive and in good condition. However, because of the increased level of care required for this particular species, it has been designated as "Expert Only." This species is recommended only for the expert aquarist, zoo, or research institution. “Expert Only” aquatic life is exempt from our extended guarantee after their arrival.

Customer Testimonials

Kenn Hudak Mt Lebanon , PA
This is a beautiful fish. The picture doesn't do it justice. The male is more vibrant in color and the female is more of a pastel pearlized yellow, which goes into shades of pink. I really enjoy these guys.
Gabe Charlotte , NC
One of the most beautiful freshwater fish I've ever kept. Even though they are cichlids, they one of the few peaceful fish in my aquarium. They have such a unique personality to them, which makes them a great showcase fish for your aquarium. I highly recommend the German Ram (Blue or Gold) to any novice or expert aquarist.
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