{"product_id":"electric-blue-balloon-ram-mikrogeophagus-ramirezi-4cm","title":"Electric Blue Balloon Ram Mikrogeophagus Ramirezi 4cm","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"request-1005a822-21c3-4dbb-8986-92350cd2dfb5-41\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-312\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] thread-lg:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d4f39933-5b4d-424d-a699-6d9d74933f0b\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"83\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eElectric Blue Balloon Ram (\u003cem data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4 data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"352\"\u003eThe Electric Blue Balloon Ram is a stunning freshwater dwarf cichlid, known for its vibrant electric blue coloration and rounded “balloon” body shape. Peaceful yet charismatic, it is a standout species for planted aquariums and community setups.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4 data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"371\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eNative to the Orinoco River basin in Venezuela and Colombia. Inhabits slow-moving streams and flooded areas with soft substrates, leaf litter, and plenty of vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4 data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"562\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eOmnivorous. Accepts high-quality flakes, micro-pellets, frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia), and small live foods. A varied diet promotes bright coloration and optimal health.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4 data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"776\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"941\"\u003ePeaceful. Suitable for community tanks with small, non-aggressive species such as tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids. Avoid large or aggressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4 data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eAggression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eLow to moderate. Territorial during breeding, especially around spawning sites, but generally peaceful in well-planted tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4 data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eExperience Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eIntermediate. Sensitive to water quality and requires stable, well-maintained conditions for long-term health and vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4 data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e  \t\u003cli data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78°F – 85°F (25°C – 29°C)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e  \t\u003cli data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 – 6.8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e  \t\u003cli data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 – 6 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e  \t\u003cli data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide soft, sandy substrate, driftwood, and dense plants to mimic natural habitat. Gentle water flow and regular maintenance are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1742\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eVibrant, peaceful, and visually striking, the Electric Blue Balloon Ram (\u003cem data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e) is perfect for aquarists seeking a charismatic dwarf cichlid for planted freshwater community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/article\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SimsTF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64946675220857,"sku":"STF-MISS-NOV70","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/3124\/4153\/files\/Electric-Blue-Balloon-Ram-Mikrogeophagus-Ramirezi.png?v=1792492428","url":"https:\/\/birchwoodaquatics.myshopify.com\/products\/electric-blue-balloon-ram-mikrogeophagus-ramirezi-4cm","provider":"Birchwood Aquatic Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}