Care guide at a glance
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Description
A ram line combining the gold body of the golden ram with intense metallic blue speckling across the flanks. A small dwarf cichlid with real presence.
Feeding
Omnivorous. Sinking granules, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp and cyclops. Sifts sand for food.
Compatibility
Peaceful for a cichlid and fine in a warm community. Pairs become territorial around spawning. Avoid fast or boisterous 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 new aquarium. Rams are intolerant of nitrate and unstable conditions, and the heavily line-bred colour forms are less robust than the wild type. Needs warmer water than most community fish.
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