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Freshwater fishBlue Ram
Blue Ram
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The blue ram is the bred, aquarium-hardy version of the wild ram of Colombia. These rams have blue and gold colors and grow to only two and a half inches.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Mikrogeophagus ramirezi (blue variety) |
| Origin | Venezuela and Colombia (Orinoco basin); aquarium-bred |
| Care Level | Moderate (needs warm, clean, soft water) |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 2½" |
| Lifespan | 2–4 years |
| Diet | Omnivore (tiny foods) |
| Water Temperature | 80–86°F |
| pH | 5.0–7.0 |
| Group Size | Pair or small group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 2" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Rams need warm, very clean, soft water. Give them a sand bottom, plants, driftwood, leaf litter and flat stones for spawning. Rams are sensitive to poor water quality.
Feeding: Feed small amounts of quality micro pellets or flake once or twice a day. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Tankmates: Rams do well with small, peaceful fish that like warm, soft water, such as tetras, rasboras, hatchetfish, corydoras and discus. They may eat small shrimp. Avoid large or boisterous fish.
Good to know: Rams often form pairs and lay eggs on flat stones. Stable, warm water is the key to keeping them healthy.
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