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[ARRIVED 21-AUG-2025] Bolivian Ram (Local Bred) 4-7cmBolivian Ram (Mikrogeophagus altispinosus) Peaceful, character rich cichlid for stable community aquariums Quick Facts Size: ~78 cm Tank size: 60L+ recommended Difficulty: Moderate Temperament: Peaceful (mild territorial) Best kept: Pair or small group Plant safe: Mostly (may move substrate) Is this for you? Good if: You want a peaceful centrepiece fish with personality You have a stable, established aquarium You keep calm community fish You want
Bolivian Ram (Mikrogeophagus altispinosus)
Peaceful, character-rich cichlid for stable community aquariums
Quick Facts
- Size: ~7–8 cm
- Tank size: 60L+ recommended
- Difficulty: 🟡 Moderate
- Temperament: Peaceful (mild territorial)
- Best kept: Pair or small group
- Plant safe: Mostly (may move substrate)
Is this for you?
✔️ Good if:
- You want a peaceful “centrepiece” fish with personality
- You have a stable, established aquarium
- You keep calm community fish
- You want interactive behaviour and interesting movement
❌ Avoid if:
- Your tank is newly set up or unstable
- You keep aggressive or highly territorial fish
- You want a completely passive fish
- You expect it to be a low-care beginner fish
Why this fish?
The Bolivian Ram is a peaceful dwarf cichlid known for its calm temperament, subtle colouration, and engaging personality.
Unlike more aggressive cichlids, it works well in community setups while still displaying interesting behaviour such as territory awareness and interaction with its environment.
Common mistakes
- Adding them to immature tanks → higher stress and poor health
- Keeping with aggressive or fast-moving fish
- Expecting them to behave like passive community fish
- Overcrowding the tank
- Ignoring water quality stability
Care made simple
- Temperature: 24–28°C
- Diet: Quality pellets, frozen foods, varied diet
- Best kept: Pair or small group
- Setup: Sand substrate, plants, hiding areas
- Water: Clean, stable, well-maintained
Pair with
- Quality micro pellets / frozen foods
- Fine sand substrate
- Driftwood and caves
- Peaceful community fish (tetras, rasboras)
This species is often mistaken for a fragile cichlid, but it is actually quite robust when kept in stable conditions. Most issues come from poor tank setup, not the fish itself.
FAQ
Are Bolivian Rams aggressive?
No. They are generally peaceful, though they may show mild territorial behaviour, especially when breeding.
Are they good for beginners?
Suitable for beginners with an established tank, but not ideal for brand-new setups.
Can I keep just one?
Yes, but they are often more interesting when kept as a pair.
Do they need sand?
Sand is preferred as they like to sift through the substrate.
What do they eat?
A varied diet of pellets, frozen foods, and occasional live food.
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