{"product_id":"bolivian-ram","title":"Bolivian Ram","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eBolivian Ram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eMikrogeophagus altispinosus\u003c\/em\u003e) is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmark class=\"HxTRcb\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003ea popular and relatively hardy South American dwarf cichlid known for its peaceful temperament and subtle but vibrant coloration\u003c\/mark\u003e. It is a favored fish in community aquariums, often considered an easier-to-care-for alternative to its more delicate cousin, the German Blue Ram (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003cspan class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"GNfZkd_e,GNfZkd_f,GNfZkd_g\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=GNfZkd_e\/TKHnVd;\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e \u003cbutton data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"fd8f497d-b769-424e-a519-d9ff51b11039\" aria-label=\"View related links\" class=\"rBl3me\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=GNfZkd_e\/C5gNJc;class=GNfZkd_e\/UpSNec;\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjD2sr097uRAxWwEDQIHSLcK2sQye0OegQIARAC\" data-processed=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wiMplc ofC0Ud\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg fill=\"currentColor\" width=\"12px\" height=\"12px\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3.9 12c0-1.71 1.39-3.1 3.1-3.1h4V7H7c-2.76 0-5 2.24-5 5s2.24 5 5 5h4v-1.9H7c-1.71 0-3.1-1.39-3.1-3.1zM8 13h8v-2H8v2zm9-6h-4v1.9h4c1.71 0 3.1 1.39 3.1 3.1s-1.39 3.1-3.1 3.1h-4V17h4c2.76 0 5-2.24 5-5s-2.24-5-5-5z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003cspan class=\"txxDge notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"GNfZkd_n,GNfZkd_o,GNfZkd_p\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=GNfZkd_n\/TKHnVd;\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbutton data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"f81477e0-8586-4adb-a9db-16dcb1e4832e\" aria-label=\"View related links\" class=\"rBl3me\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=GNfZkd_n\/C5gNJc;class=GNfZkd_n\/UpSNec;\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjD2sr097uRAxWwEDQIHSLcK2sQye0OegQIAhAA\" data-processed=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wiMplc ofC0Ud\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg fill=\"currentColor\" width=\"12px\" height=\"12px\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3.9 12c0-1.71 1.39-3.1 3.1-3.1h4V7H7c-2.76 0-5 2.24-5 5s2.24 5 5 5h4v-1.9H7c-1.71 0-3.1-1.39-3.1-3.1zM8 13h8v-2H8v2zm9-6h-4v1.9h4c1.71 0 3.1 1.39 3.1 3.1s-1.39 3.1-3.1 3.1h-4V17h4c2.76 0 5-2.24 5-5s-2.24-5-5-5z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe fish has an elongated, oval body, typically growing up to 3-4 inches (8-10 cm). Its body features a mix of gold, tan, and olive-grey colors, accented by a distinctive black spot on its flank and a black vertical line through the eye. The dorsal, anal, and caudal fins are often edged with a pink or reddish hue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBolivian Rams are generally peaceful and shy, making them suitable for community tanks with other non-aggressive species like tetras and corydoras catfish. They are known for their \"stop-and-go\" swimming style and their habit of sifting through the substrate for food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eHabitat and Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn the wild, they inhabit slow-moving rivers and ponds in the Amazon basin of Bolivia and Brazil, preferring areas with sandy substrate, driftwood, and aquatic vegetation. They are omnivores, feeding on small invertebrates and plant matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQAw\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eAquarium Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis species is adaptable to a wide range of water conditions compared to other cichlids, tolerating a pH of 6.0 to 7.5 and temperatures between 75° to 82°F (24° to 28°C). A minimum tank size of 20-30 gallons with a fine sand substrate and plenty of hiding places is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQBA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey are monogamous, biparental open-spawners that form strong pair bonds. Both parents actively guard their eggs (usually laid on a flat stone) and protect the free-swimming fry for several days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"GNfZkd_1t,GNfZkd_1u,GNfZkd_1v\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=GNfZkd_1t\/TKHnVd;\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pan Ocean","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48316717727985,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5294\/5905\/files\/BOLIVIANRAM.jpg?v=1781487822","url":"https:\/\/goldenstatediscus.com\/products\/bolivian-ram","provider":"Golden State Discus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}