Neon Blue Balloon Ram - (No Online Purchases)

Description. 

Name: Neon Blue Balloon Ram - Pickup in store only.

Scientific Name: Mikrogeophagus ramirezi

Description: A beautiful, selectively bred dwarf cichlid featuring brilliant iridescent neon-blue colouring, a distinctive rounded balloon-shaped body and delicate fins. A peaceful, eye-catching fish ideal for warm, established community aquariums.

Origin: South America, particularly Venezuela and Colombia; captive-bred Neon Blue Balloon variety.

pH: Approximately 5.5–7.0

Temperature: Around 27–30°C

Adult Size: 4–6 cm

Lifespan: 2–4 years

Food: High-quality micro pellets, frozen or live brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia and other small protein-rich foods.

Compatibility: Generally peaceful and suitable for community aquariums with small tetras, rasboras and other calm species that tolerate warmer temperatures. May become territorial when breeding. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping fish.

Habitat: Warm, well-filtered, established aquarium with soft substrate, live plants, driftwood, caves and sheltered areas. Requires stable water parameters and excellent water quality. Minimum 60 litres for a pair, with larger aquariums recommended for community setups.