Species profile
Bolivian Ram
Mikrogeophagus altispinosusBolivian Ram (Mikrogeophagus altispinosus) is a social community species for a cycled 20+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 3 inches as an adult, 74-80°F water, pH 6-7.5, and moderate care. Keep a group of at least 2; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.
Community leaningModerate care
20 galMinimum tank
3 inAdult size
2Schooling minimum
74-80°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6-7.5
- GH
- 3-12 dGH
- KH
- 1-8 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 2/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore/micro-predator
- Diet difficulty
- 2/5
- Care difficulty
- 3/5
Planning Notes
Ram cichlids need warm stable water and low stress; water quality swings can hit them hard.
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