Longfin Balloon Gold Ram - (No Online Purchases)

Name: Longfin Balloon Gold Ram

Scientific Name:Mikrogeophagus ramirezi

Description: A colourful dwarf cichlid with a rounded, compact body, bright golden colouring and elegant, flowing fins. Generally peaceful, although territorial when breeding.

Origin: South America; a captive-bred variety of the Ram Cichlid, native to Venezuela and Colombia. 

pH: Approximately 6.0–7.0; prefers soft, slightly acidic water.

Temperature: Around 26–30°C, with stable conditions.

Adult Size: Approximately 4–6 cm.

Lifespan: Typically 2–3 years; balloon varieties can be shorter-lived than standard rams. 

Food: Small sinking cichlid pellets, quality micro-granules and frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia and bloodworms.

Compatibility: Small, peaceful community fish that tolerate warm water. Avoid aggressive fish, fin-nippers and boisterous feeders. Rams may become territorial towards other bottom-dwelling fish, especially when breeding.

Habitat: A mature, well-filtered aquarium with gentle water movement, sandy substrate, plants, driftwood and sheltered areas. Allow approximately 75–80 litres for a pair, with regular water changes to maintain excellent water quality.