{"product_id":"xxl-ram-cichlid","title":"Wild Caught German Blue Ram - Mikrogeophagus Ramirezi","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eWild-caught Rams are a more delicate and naturally colored form of the popular German Blue Ram, prized for their refined patterning, subtle iridescence, and more authentic wild-type appearance. Compared to tank-bred strains, they often display softer blues, golds, and blacks with a more streamlined body and less exaggerated finnage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eThese fish are known for their personality and intelligence, often forming strong pair bonds and displaying interesting social and breeding behaviors. When kept in the right conditions, they are active, curious, and highly rewarding to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eWild Rams require more precise and stable conditions than most tank-bred varieties. A minimum tank size of 15–20 gallons is recommended for a pair, with larger tanks preferred for community setups. They thrive in warm, soft, slightly acidic water with excellent filtration and very stable parameters. A natural setup with sand, plants, driftwood, and botanicals is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lem6d9\" data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80–86°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ny5h9u\" data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0–6.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eConsistency is critical, as wild-caught specimens are sensitive to fluctuations and poor water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eThey are carnivorous and benefit from a high-quality, varied diet. Offer micro pellets along with frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Wild-caught individuals may take time to accept prepared foods, so starting with frozen or live options is often helpful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eTankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eWild Rams are peaceful but can be slightly territorial, especially when breeding. Suitable tankmates include small, calm schooling fish such as tetras and rasboras, as well as peaceful bottom dwellers. Avoid aggressive or highly active species that may stress them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eThey are best kept as pairs, and will often form strong bonds in the right environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2034\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48061770301662,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/5E6D0D44-40D8-4768-8677-08CE0F49847F.jpg?v=1775424621","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/xxl-ram-cichlid","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}