Description
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi is often misunderstood and considered to be difficult to keep, but if it’s cared for properly, the ram can provide a beautiful and interesting fishkeeping experience.
The German ram is one of those fish that stops you in your tracks the first time you see it. It’s the one likely to elicit the most “oohs” and “aaahs” when visiting friends and family spot it in your tank, its iridescent blue and gold flanks flashing in the light. An enduringly popular cichlid, the ram is also widely misunderstood and has gained a reputation for being difficult to keep.
Given their diminutive size, rams don’t require a lot of space. The ram is mild-mannered enough that it can be a great candidate for a community aquarium.