{"product_id":"super-neon-blue-german-gold-ram-microgeophagus-ramirezi","title":"Super Neon Blue German Gold Ram - Mikrogeophagus ramirezi","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"496\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eSuper Neon Blue German Gold Ram – \u003cem data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eSuper Neon Blue German Gold Ram\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly coloured captive-bred strain of the popular Ram Cichlid, combining the golden body tones of a Gold Ram with intense electric-blue iridescence. This ornamental form of \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"757\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/strong\u003e is sometimes sold as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eNeon Blue Gold Ram\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eElectric Blue Gold Ram\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eGerman Gold Ram\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eBalloon-free Blue Gold Ram\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the strain line. It is a beautiful dwarf cichlid for a warm, mature planted aquarium, but it is not a hardy beginner fish and should be reserved for stable, well-maintained setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Super Neon Blue German Gold Ram\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neon Blue Gold Ram, Electric Blue Gold Ram, German Gold Ram, Gold German Blue Ram, Ram Cichlid, German Ram, Butterfly Cichlid, \u003cem data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eMicrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf Cichlid\u003cbr data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eThis fish is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003ecaptive-bred colour strain\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the super neon blue and gold colour combination is not a wild form. The wild species, \u003cem data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e, comes from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eOrinoco River basin\u003c\/strong\u003e in Venezuela and Colombia, especially the warm llanos floodplain region. In nature, rams inhabit warm, slow-moving waters with soft substrates, leaf litter, plant cover and gentle flow. FishBase lists the species as freshwater and benthopelagic, with a natural association with warm water around 27–30°C. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003eThe Super Neon Blue German Gold Ram is a compact, deep-bodied dwarf cichlid with bright yellow to golden body colour and vivid metallic blue scaling across the flanks, face and fins. Depending on the individual, the blue may appear as fine speckling, a strong neon sheen or broader electric-blue coverage. The fins can show blue, yellow, orange or red highlights. Adults usually reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003e4–6 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with males often becoming slightly larger and more extended in the dorsal and pelvic fins, while females may appear rounder when mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eThis is a specialist community fish for a peaceful, mature tropical aquarium. It suits planted aquariums, soft-water community tanks and carefully managed dwarf cichlid setups. Because this strain has been selectively bred for colour, it should be treated as more delicate than many general community fish. It does best in warm water with excellent stability, low stress and calm tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3030\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3085\"\u003e60 litres for a single pair\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003e90 litres or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred for a pair in a community aquarium. Larger tanks are recommended if keeping more than one pair, as rams can become territorial when breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3267\" data-end=\"3287\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3843\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26–30°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3322\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.2\u003cbr data-start=\"3330\" data-end=\"3333\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3346\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard, with soft to slightly acidic water preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"3416\" data-end=\"3419\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3419\" data-end=\"3440\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, stable water is essential. Avoid cool community tanks, fluctuating conditions and immature aquariums. Good filtration, gentle flow, regular small water changes and low nitrate levels are important for long-term health. Seriously Fish recommends warm conditions for \u003cem data-start=\"3712\" data-end=\"3737\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e and emphasises a varied diet including small live and frozen foods. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3845\" data-end=\"3873\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3874\" data-end=\"3913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3874\" data-end=\"3896\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3915\" data-end=\"4259\"\u003eSuper Neon Blue German Gold Rams are peaceful for cichlids, but pairs can defend a small territory when breeding. Suitable tank mates include small peaceful tetras, pencilfish, hatchetfish, small rasboras, Otocinclus, Corydoras in warmer compatible setups, peaceful dwarf gouramis and other calm community species that enjoy similar warm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4261\" data-end=\"4602\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, fin-nippers, large predatory fish, fast boisterous feeders and cool-water species. Do not keep them with fish that require hard alkaline water or significantly lower temperatures. They are best kept as a bonded pair, a single feature fish, or in a carefully managed group in a larger aquarium with plenty of cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4604\" data-end=\"4615\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4616\" data-end=\"5073\"\u003eThese rams are omnivorous micro-predators with a strong preference for small, high-quality foods. Offer fine tropical granules, dwarf cichlid pellets and quality flakes, supported with frozen or live foods such as brineshrimp, daphnia, cyclops, bloodworm and mosquito larvae. Feed small portions once or twice daily, making sure food reaches them before faster tank mates take it all. A varied diet is important for colour, condition and breeding behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5075\" data-end=\"5104\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5105\" data-end=\"5529\"\u003eSuper Neon Blue German Gold Rams spend much of their time in the lower and middle levels, picking at the substrate, plants and décor for small food items. They often form pairs and may choose flat stones, broad leaves, wood or shallow pits in the substrate as spawning sites. When settled, they become confident, interactive fish, but they can sulk or lose colour if kept in unsuitable water or with intimidating tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5531\" data-end=\"5545\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5546\" data-end=\"6010\"\u003eThis strain should only be added to a fully cycled, mature aquarium. Keep the temperature warm and stable, and avoid mixing with cool-water community fish. Provide fine sand or smooth substrate, planted areas, wood, leaf litter or caves for security. Rams are sensitive to poor water quality, sudden parameter changes and high nitrate, so regular maintenance is essential. Select tank mates carefully, as stress is a common cause of poor condition in this species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"6012\" data-end=\"6031\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6032\" data-end=\"6044\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"6046\" data-end=\"6062\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6063\" data-end=\"6112\"\u003eCommon to occasional \/ Captive-bred colour strain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"6114\" data-end=\"6134\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6135\" data-end=\"6330\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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