German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
A jewel-toned dwarf cichlid with electric blue iridescence, golden body, and a distinctive black eye stripe. One of the most colourful freshwater fish available. Peaceful enough for community tanks.
Buy German Blue Ram →Quick Facts
Water Parameters
Natural Habitat
Shallow, warm streams and pools in the Orinoco basin with sandy substrates and sparse vegetation.
Orinoco Basin
Venezuela, Colombia
Feeding
Quality pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia. Needs varied diet for best colour.
Compatible Tank Mates
Good Matches
Avoid
Breeding
Substrate spawner. Pairs clean a flat rock or pit in sand and guard eggs together. Both parents care for fry.
Care Tips
Needs warm water — 27°C+ is ideal
Sand substrate allows natural sifting behaviour
Short lifespan compared to most cichlids
Avoid overcrowding — one pair per 20 gallons
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