Gold Ram (Mikrogeophagus Ramirezi)

The Gold Ram is a beautiful colour variety of the German Blue Ram, known for its bright golden body, soft iridescent highlights, and engaging personality. These dwarf cichlids are highly sought after for planted aquariums due to their vibrant colouration and fascinating behaviour.

Gold Rams make an excellent centrepiece fish for planted aquariums, drawing attention with their striking appearance and active personality.

At N8 Aquatics, our Rams are carefully raised and conditioned, producing healthy fish well suited to stable home aquariums.

Pair Recommendation

Gold Rams are often kept as pairs, where their natural behaviour and colouration are best displayed.

Many aquarists enjoy observing their fascinating social behaviour, including courtship displays, territory formation, and breeding behaviour.

For the best experience, we recommend keeping one male and one female together in a suitable aquarium.

Species Snapshot

• Size Sold: Juveniles / young adults (size may vary)
• Adult Size: 5–7 cm
• Tank Size: 80 L minimum
• Temperament: Peaceful dwarf cichlid
• Temperature: 26–30°C
• pH: 5.5 – 7.0
• Difficulty: Moderate

Key Information

• Scientific Name: Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
• Common Name: Gold Ram / German Blue Ram variant
• Adult Size: Approximately 5–7 cm
• Temperament: Peaceful but territorial during breeding
• Difficulty Level: Moderate

Recommended Tank Setup

Gold Rams thrive in stable, well-maintained planted aquariums with gentle flow and plenty of natural structure.

Recommended aquascape:

• driftwood or natural hardscape
• fine sand substrate
• live plants such as java fern, cryptocoryne, or vallisneria
• shaded areas and calm zones

Providing natural structure helps Rams establish territories and feel secure in their environment.

Water Parameters

Gold Rams prefer warm, soft, and stable water conditions.

• Temperature: 26–30 °C
• pH: 5.5 – 7.0
• GH: 1 – 8 dGH
• Water Flow: Low to moderate

Maintaining consistent water quality with regular water changes is essential for Rams to thrive.

Diet

Gold Rams are omnivorous and benefit from a varied diet.

Recommended foods include:

• high quality micro pellets
• frozen bloodworms
• frozen brine shrimp
• frozen daphnia
• live foods when available

A varied diet helps maintain colouration and overall health.

Compatibility

Gold Rams are peaceful dwarf cichlids that work well in calm community aquariums.

Suitable tankmates include:

• small tetras
• peaceful rasboras
• Corydoras
• small rainbowfish
• other peaceful dwarf cichlids

Avoid aggressive or overly active fish that may stress them.

Behaviour

Gold Rams are intelligent and curious fish that actively explore their environment and respond to activity around the aquarium.

Pairs may form naturally and can display fascinating breeding behaviour including courtship displays, egg laying, and parental care.

Why Buy From N8 Aquatics

• Carefully raised aquarium fish
• Healthy, well-conditioned stock
• Strong genetics and vibrant colouration
• Breeder support if you have questions

Our fish are raised with attention to water quality, diet, and husbandry to ensure customers receive healthy livestock ready for their aquarium.

Pickup Information

N8 Aquatics currently operates as a local pickup-only breeder in Central Queensland.

Orders are collected by appointment after purchase confirmation.

Please ensure you are able to collect your fish before placing an order.

Important

All livestock sold by N8 Aquatics should be introduced to fully cycled aquariums suitable for the species being kept.

Please ensure your aquarium setup and tankmates are appropriate before purchasing.