Description
Electric Blue Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)
Electric Blue Rams are a selectively bred colour variant of the German Blue Ram, known for their intense iridescent blue body and compact shape.
They are best suited to established, warm, well-maintained aquariums and are recommended for keepers with some experience, as they are more sensitive than many community fish.
When kept under stable conditions, they are peaceful, engaging fish with interesting behaviour and strong colour presence.
Key Characteristics
- Scientific name: Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
- Adult size: 5–6 cm
- Temperament: Generally peaceful, mildly territorial when breeding
- Tank level: Mid to bottom
- Activity: Moderate
Care Requirements
- Minimum tank size: 60 L (larger recommended for pairs)
- Temperature: 26–30 °C
- pH: 5.5–7.0
- Water hardness: Soft to moderately soft
- Filtration: Gentle but efficient
- Water quality: Stable and clean is critical
Electric Blue Rams do poorly in immature or unstable aquariums.
Compatibility
- Suitable with small, peaceful species such as:
- Tetras
- Corydoras
- Otocinclus
- Avoid:
- Aggressive or fin-nipping fish
- Large cichlids
- Cold-water species
Feeding
- Omnivorous
- Accepts quality flakes and pellets
- Benefits from frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia
- Feed small portions, 1–2 times daily
Important Notes
- Colour intensity improves with proper diet and low stress
- Sensitive to ammonia, nitrite, and sudden parameter swings
- Sexing juveniles is not guaranteed
- Tank should be fully cycled and mature before introduction
