Care guide at a glance
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Description
A neon blue ram carrying the longfin mutation, so the dorsal, anal and tail fins are greatly extended and trailing. Slower-moving than the standard form.
Feeding
Omnivorous. Sinking granules, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp and cyclops.
Compatibility
Peaceful but slow-moving, so it is easily outcompeted at feeding time. Avoid fin-nippers, which target the extended finnage.
Behaviour and personality
Deliberate and graceful, with the long fins trailing. Pairs bond strongly and display to one another.
Before you buy
The long finnage makes this form slower and more vulnerable than a standard ram, so tankmates matter more. It also needs warm, soft, mature, stable water - not a new tank.
Livestock Delivery
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Free delivery when your livestock subtotal is over £350.
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