Balloon Ram Blue

Balloon Blue Rams are a selectively bred variant of the German Blue Ram with a shorter, rounder body and vivid electric blue coloration. They are peaceful, personable dwarf cichlids that thrive in well-maintained, planted aquariums with stable water parameters and low aggression tankmates.

• Temperature: 78–84°F

• pH: 6.5–7.6 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 5–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful to semi-territorial (especially during spawning)

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in bonded pairs

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, Hikari Micro Pellets, and frozen bloodworms, daphnia, or brine shrimp