Care guide at a glance
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Description
A line-bred form of the German blue ram, saturated in metallic blue from nose to tail. A small, characterful dwarf cichlid with the personality of a much larger fish.
Feeding
Omnivorous. Sinking granules, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp and cyclops. Will sift sand for food.
Compatibility
Peaceful for a cichlid and fine in a warm community tank. Pairs become territorial around spawning. Avoid fast, boisterous or nippy species.
Behaviour and personality
Occupies the lower and middle levels, forms strong pair bonds and displays constantly.
Before you buy
Not a fish for a newly set up aquarium. Rams are intolerant of nitrate and unstable conditions, and the intensively line-bred electric blue form is noticeably less robust than the wild type. Needs warmer water than most community fish.
Livestock Delivery
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