Electric Blue Ramirezi

Electric Blue Ramirezi Care

Tank Size:

• Minimum 75 liters (20 gallons) for a pair.

• Bigger tanks are better for community setups.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 26–30°C (they need warm water compared to many tropicals).

• pH: 5.5–7.0 (slightly acidic is best).

• Hardness: 2–10 dGH.

Filtration & Flow:

• Gentle to moderate flow—too strong stresses them.

• Excellent filtration and pristine water quality are essential, as they are sensitive fish.

Substrate & Décor:

• Fine sand is ideal; they like to sift through it.

• Provide driftwood, smooth rocks, and hardy plants for cover.

• Leave open spaces for swimming.

Diet:

• Omnivorous with a preference for protein-rich foods.

• Feed high-quality micro pellets, frozen/live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia), and supplement occasionally with spirulina or veggie-based foods.

Temperament & Tankmates:

• Peaceful, though territorial during spawning.

• Great tankmates include small tetras, rasboras, corydoras, otocinclus, and other gentle fish.

• Avoid aggressive or much larger fish.

Maintenance:

• Weekly water changes of 25–30% are important.

• Keep water conditions stable—sudden changes can quickly stress or harm them.

✨ Interesting Fact:
The Electric Blue Ramirezi is not found in the wild—it’s a selectively bred morph of the common Ram cichlid. Its dazzling neon-blue coloration is entirely man-made, making it one of the most striking examples of selective breeding in the aquarium hobby.