Platinum Ram
$40.00
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Platinum Ram
$40.00
Platinum Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)
An all-white, selectively bred variant of the German Ram, the Platinum Ram has a clean, luminous body that really stands out in a planted tank. Peaceful and full of personality, it's a stunning and unique centrepiece dwarf cichlid for community aquariums.
Care at a Glance:
- Minimum Tank Size: 75L with plants and open sand
- Temperature: 26–30°C
- pH Range: 6.0–7.0
- Water Hardness: Soft
- Temperament: Peaceful, pairs can be territorial when breeding
- Diet: Quality flakes, micro-pellets, frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp
- Max Size: 5–7cm
- Lifespan: 3–5 years
- Care Level: Moderate (sensitive to water quality)
Tank Mates: Peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, and corydoras; avoid aggressive or boisterous species.
Origin: Captive-bred variant (wild ancestors from Colombia and Venezuela)