Species Profile
Bolivian Ram
Mikrogeophagus altispinosus
Cichlidspeaceful
Adult size
3.5″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
72–79°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
mid
Diet
Pellets, frozen, live
Notes
Hardier and slightly larger cousin of the German blue. Less demanding on water parameters, tolerates cooler temperatures (74-78°F), and works in standard community setups. Pairs become protective of fry but rarely aggressive.
Compatible Tankmates
Best tank mates for Bolivian Ram
Every species below passes the compatibility engine when paired with Bolivian Ramin a suitably sized tank. Verdicts come from the same rules the builder uses — click a card to see that species' own care profile and its tank mates in turn.
Neon Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Cardinal Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Rummynose Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Harlequin Rasbora
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Zebra Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Fancy Guppy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Platy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Molly
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Swordtail
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Dwarf Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Honey Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bronze Corydoras
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
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