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Black Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) - Freshwater Aquarium Fish

🐟 Black Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)

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🐟 Black Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)

Dwarf Cichlid • Peaceful Community Fish • Color Morph Ram • Freshwater Tropical Species

 

📋 The Black Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) is a selectively bred color morph known for its jet-black body, shimmering blue accents, and elegant cichlid body shape.
They thrive in clean water with warm, stable conditions and soft substrates, making them perfect for planted aquariums.
Their gentle temperament makes them highly community friendly, especially with peaceful tankmates.
As a rare variant of the popular Ram cichlid, the Black Ram stands out with dramatic contrast and glowing pearl-blue speckles, becoming a stunning centerpiece in nano and mid-sized aquariums.

 

💡 Highlights

Jet-Black Colour Morph: Deep black body with electric blue speckles
🌿 Plant-Safe Dwarf Cichlid: Ideal for planted setups
Community Friendly: Peaceful temperament
📏 Rare Variant: Selectively bred color form
💧 Clean Water Lover: Needs stable warm conditions

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Black Ram

 

📛 Common Name: Black Ram / Black German Ram
🔬 Scientific Name: Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Cichlidae
🌍 Origin: Selective farm-bred strain (species native to Venezuela & Colombia)
📏 Max Size: 5–6 cm (≈ 2–2.3″)
💧 pH Range: 6.0–7.2
🌡️ Temperature Range: 26–30 °C (≈ 79–86 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Intermediate
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🏠 Min Tank Size: 40 L (≈ 10 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom / mid-bottom
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
Lifespan: 2–3 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore (frozen, pellets, live foods)
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer, parental care

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