About the Bolivian Ram
Name: Bolivian Ram
Max Size: Up to 3 inches (8 cm)
Recommend pH: 6.5-7.5
Recommended Temperature (Β°F): 75-82Β°F (24-28Β°C)
Diet: Bolivian Rams are omnivorous and have a diverse diet. They will readily accept high-quality pellets, flakes, and frozen foods. Additionally, they should be provided with occasional live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small insects. Including vegetable matter like blanched spinach or peas in their diet is also beneficial.
Temperament: Peaceful
Schooling or Non-Schooling Fish: Non-Schooling Fish (Bolivian Rams are non-schooling fish but can be kept in pairs or small groups, provided there is enough space and hiding spots for each individual.)
Possible types of tank mates: Bolivian Rams are peaceful and can be kept with other small, peaceful community fish. Suitable tank mates include tetras, rasboras, dwarf cichlids, peaceful catfish, and other non-aggressive species. Avoid keeping them with larger or aggressive fish that may intimidate or bully them.
Behavior: Bolivian Rams, also known as Bolivian Butterfly Cichlids, are known for their stunning coloration and peaceful nature. They have a golden-brown body with intricate patterns of dark markings, which can vary slightly among individuals. Bolivian Rams are generally calm and can be kept in community aquariums. They are known for their intriguing behavior, such as digging in the substrate, establishing territories, and forming monogamous pairs. They are attentive parents and may display breeding behavior, caring for their eggs and fry.
Fun Fact: Bolivian Rams are native to the river basins of Bolivia and Brazil. Unlike their close relatives, the more demanding and sensitive German Blue Rams, Bolivian Rams are hardier and more adaptable to a wider range of water conditions. They are popular among aquarists for their striking appearance and ease of care. Bolivian Rams are known to exhibit interesting behaviors, such as "head-standing," where they position themselves vertically with their heads pointing down, which is believed to be a display of dominance or courtship.
