German Blue Ram Care Guide
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 26–29°C (78–85°F)
- pH Range
- 5.0 – 6.8
- Min Tank Size
- 76L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous. Accepts high-quality pellets, flakes, and enjoys live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and bloodworms.
Community Compatibility
Compatible with other peaceful community fish. Avoid keeping with aggressive or fin-nipping species.
Good to Know
Male German Blue Rams may become territorial, so should be monitored.
Gender Differences
Males typically have longer and more pointed dorsal fins, and during breeding, their colors intensify.
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