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Bolivian Ram (Mikrogeophagus altispinosus)

Bolivian Ram

Mikrogeophagus altispinosus

freshwatereasy to keepfishpeacefulswims bottommay eat shrimp

Hardier than the German blue ram and peaceful for a cichlid. Sifts sand for food.

Adult size
3.5 in
Smallest tank
30 gal
Keep them in groups of
1+
Temperature
72–79 °F
pH · hardness
6–7.5 · 2–15 dGH
Food
Omnivore: sinking pellets, frozen foods
Start a freshwater build to add this

Gets along with

Chili RasboraNerite SnailRamshorn SnailMalaysian Trumpet SnailAssassin SnailGhost ShrimpBetta (male)Ember Tetra

Think twice about

Cherry Shrimp — shrimp it would huntBlue Dream Shrimp — shrimp it would huntCrystal Red Shrimp — shrimp it would huntTiger Shrimp — shrimp it would huntGerman Blue Ram — needs 80–86 °FDiscus — needs 82–88 °F

Easy plants for the same tank

Water SpriteDwarf SagittariaGiant HairgrassRotala RotundifoliaBacopa MonnieriLudwigia Repens

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.