Bolivian rams, Mikrogeophagus altispinosus are moderate-sized and peaceful dwarf cichlids that are closely related to the blue ram cichlid Mikrogeophagus ramerizi. They make excellent community residents where they patrol the bottom searching for bits of food. They tolerate a wide range of water conditions and can be kept in groups or as pairs. Bolivian rams …
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The Ram cichlid, Mikrogeophagus ramirezi, is one of the best-known and most popular of all cichlids. They are brilliantly colored gems that glisten and sparkle as light hits them. Since they were first introduced in the late 1940s, blue rams have been a staple in the hobby and remain one of the most highly prized …
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Laetacara is a genus of small, peaceful South American cichlids that are somewhat popular aquarium fish. Laetacara curviceps was once highly prized as an aquarium fish but today, more colorful and “exciting” species garner hobbyist attention and Laetacara curviceps is not commonly seen. While they aren’t dramatically colored, they have a subdued beauty and are …
Dicrossus filamentosus, the Checkerboard cichlid, is a spectacular South American dwarf cichlid. These slender fish with a bold checked pattern are found in the upper Rio Negro and Upper Orinoco in Venezuela, Brazil, and Columbia. They inhabit very soft acid waters and require the same to thrive in the aquarium where they can be kept …
Apistogrammoides pucallpaensis (A 100) is a delightful dwarf cichlid that is closely related to the Apistogrammas. They aren’t very common but also not particularly rare. They are quite attractive but don’t have the spectacular colors or finnage of many species. They make good aquarium fish but I’ve found them to be aggressive to others of …
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