Electric Blue Ram Cichlid

The Electric Blue Ram Cichlid is a dazzling freshwater species, prized for its iridescent neon-blue body and peaceful demeanor. A color-enhanced variant of the popular Ram Cichlid, this species brings a vibrant focal point to any well-planted community aquarium. Best suited for aquarists who maintain stable water parameters, the Electric Blue Ram is both visually striking and behaviorally fascinating.

Features

• Scientific Name: Mikrogeophagus ramirezi

• Common Name: Electric Blue Ram

• Size: Up to 6 cm (2.5 inches)

• Lifespan: 2–3 years with proper care

• Temperament: Peaceful; mildly territorial in confined spaces

• Diet: Omnivorous – enjoys high-protein micro pellets, brine shrimp, and bloodworms

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 26–30°C

  • pH: 6.0–7.5

  • Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

• Minimum Tank Size: 60 litres (15 gallons)

Why Choose Electric Blue Rams?

• High Visual Impact: Their electric blue coloration glows under aquarium lighting, enhancing any aquascape.

• Compatible with Peaceful Communities: Ideal for tanks housing tetras, Corydoras, and other small peaceful species.

• Responsive and Engaging: Known to recognize their caretakers, adding personality to the tank.

• Low Bioload: Great for aquarists managing smaller tanks with moderate filtration.

Recommended Tank Setup

• Substrate: Fine sand or smooth gravel

• Decor: Add driftwood, smooth stones, and shrimp-safe plants such as Anubias and Cryptocoryne for natural shelter and foraging areas.

• Lighting: Moderate; brings out their neon coloration without causing stress

• Filtration: Gentle, oxygen-rich systems like sponge filters or pre-filtered HOB setups

• Water Maintenance: 20–30% weekly water changes

Compatible Plants at Fishut Aqua

• Anubias Barteri – provides shade and structure

• Cryptocoryne Wendtii – great for foreground planting

• Java Fern – ideal for attaching to driftwood or rocks

Recommended Products

• Tropical Fish Food – Colour Enhancer – specially formulated to enhance natural coloration

• Water Conditioner – Safe Start – protects against water chemistry fluctuations

• Test Kit – pH, GH, KH Combo – ensures accurate water parameter monitoring

FAQs

Are Electric Blue Rams suitable for beginners?
They are moderately easy to care for with stable water and good filtration. Recommended for aquarists with some experience.

Do they need live food?
No, but they thrive with occasional feedings of frozen or live brine shrimp and bloodworms.

Can they be kept with shrimp?
They may prey on very small shrimp; best with adult Amano or larger shrimp species.

Do they require a heater?
Yes, they require warm and stable temperatures, ideally in the range of 26–30°C.