Representative Bolivian Ram (Mikrogeophagus altispinosus) in planted aquarium — AI-generated illustration

Bolivian Ram Cichlid

R 245.00
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Representative Bolivian Ram (Mikrogeophagus altispinosus) in planted aquarium — AI-generated illustration
Bolivian Ram Cichlid

Bolivian Ram Cichlid

Mikrogeophagus altispinosus

R 245.00
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Adult size7–9 cm
Minimum tank80 Litres
Temperature23°C to 28°C
pH6.0 to 7.5
TemperamentPeaceful, breeding territorial
DifficultyBeginner to Intermediate
DietOmnivore / sinking and frozen foods

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Temperature23°C to 28°C
pH6.0 to 7.5
DietOmnivore / sinking and frozen foods

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The Bolivian Ram, Mikrogeophagus altispinosus, is a graceful South American dwarf cichlid with warm gold and red highlights, delicate extended fins and a calm, thoughtful demeanour. Compared with the German Ram, it generally tolerates a somewhat broader range of stable community-aquarium conditions.

Why you'll love this fish

Watch it sift fine sand for food and interact with other peaceful, appropriately sized fish. Provide planting, smooth wood and clear open foraging areas, with enough room for separate territories.

  • Scientific name: Mikrogeophagus altispinosus
  • Adult size: approximately 7–9 cm
  • Minimum aquarium: 80 L, larger for a group
  • Temperature: 23–28°C
  • pH: approximately 6.0–7.5
  • Temperament: generally peaceful, may defend eggs or fry
  • Diet: sinking omnivore foods, small invertebrates and frozen/live foods
  • Difficulty: beginner-intermediate in an established tank

Ordering and arrival

Supply is subject to final fish condition and supplier confirmation before dispatch. Allow this fish to acclimate carefully to a mature, fully cycled aquarium; sudden changes to temperature or water chemistry should be avoided. Featured images, when present, are representative of the named variety rather than photographs of the specific fish dispatched.

Product image is an AI-generated representative illustration of the listed fish variety; the individual supplied may vary.

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