Electric Blue Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)

The Electric Blue Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) is one of the most spectacular dwarf cichlids available, prized for its intense metallic blue colouration that shimmers under aquarium lighting. This selectively bred variety is a true showpiece, combining striking beauty with the fascinating personality that has made Rams a favourite among aquarists worldwide.

Peaceful and full of character, Electric Blue Rams are ideal for planted aquariums and carefully selected community tanks. They are intelligent, inquisitive fish that quickly become the centre of attention, often recognising their keeper and displaying interesting social and breeding behaviours.

A mature, well-maintained aquarium with stable water parameters is essential for these beautiful fish to thrive. Their vivid blue colouration looks particularly stunning against natural driftwood, lush plants, and dark substrates.

Aquarium Setup

Electric Blue Rams appreciate a fine sand or smooth gravel substrate, plenty of aquatic plants, driftwood, caves, and open swimming space. Floating plants can help diffuse bright lighting and provide a more natural environment.

Warm, clean, and stable water conditions are the key to keeping Electric Blue Rams healthy and displaying their best colours.

Feeding

Electric Blue Rams are omnivores and thrive on a varied, high-quality diet. Feed premium micro pellets or granules as their staple food, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, baby brine shrimp, daphnia, blackworms, and mosquito larvae. A varied diet promotes vibrant colouration, healthy growth, and breeding condition.

Why We Like This Fish

• Stunning metallic electric blue colouration
• Peaceful and ideal for planted community aquariums
• Full of personality and fascinating behaviour
• Excellent centrepiece for smaller aquariums
• Can be successfully bred in the home aquarium

Recommended Tank Parameters

• Temperature: 27–30°C
• pH: 5.5–7.0
• GH: Soft to moderately soft water
• Minimum Aquarium Size: 75 litres for a pair

Care Information

• Diet: Omnivore – accepts quality pellets, frozen, live, and prepared foods.
• Temperament: Peaceful.
• Social Behaviour: Best kept as a bonded pair or with peaceful community fish. Pairs may become territorial when breeding.
• Origin: Tank-bred colour variety of Mikrogeophagus ramirezi.
• Maximum Size: Approximately 5–7 cm.
• Tank Level: Bottom to lower-middle.

Compatibility: Excellent with Cardinal Tetras, Rummy Nose Tetras, Corydoras, Otocinclus, Pencilfish, Hatchetfish, peaceful rasboras, and other small community fish. Avoid aggressive cichlids, fin-nipping species, and fish that prefer cooler water.

Please note: Sample photos are for reference only. Colour intensity, finnage, and markings may vary slightly as each fish is unique.