Gold German Ram – Large
The Gold German Ram is a beautiful golden (xanthistic) variety of the Blue German Ram, which is a dwarf cichlid indigenous to Bolivia, Venezuela, and Colombia. Our strain was originally exported to Germany in the late 1940s. We obtained our strain directly from these breeders and have since outcrossed it with a very large and beautiful wild-caught strain from Colombia. It is one of two members of the Genus Mikrogeophagus, with the species name ramirezi.
Full-grown (and well-fed) male adults can reach three inches in length and weigh up to 10 grams. The Ram is a typical cichlid, exhibiting pair-bonding behavior and care-giving tendencies, with a somewhat territorial nature. However, it is an excellent community fish that requires only a small tank and generally gets along with most other species.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Species | Mikrogeophagus ramirezi |
| Size (adult male) | 3 inches / 10 grams |
| Origin | Bolivia, Venezuela, Colombia |
| Breeding Origin | Germany (late 1940s), Colombia (wild-caught) |
| Behavior | Pair-bonding, territorial, community-friendly |
FAQ
What is the difference between the Gold German Ram and the Blue German Ram?
The Gold German Ram is a xanthistic (golden) variety of the Blue German Ram. It shares the same species (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) but has a distinct golden coloration instead of the blue base color.
How big does a Gold German Ram grow?
Full-grown male adults can reach up to three inches in length and weigh approximately 10 grams when well-fed.
Is the Gold German Ram suitable for a community tank?
Yes, despite being somewhat territorial, the Gold German Ram is an excellent community fish and can coexist with most other species in a properly sized tank.
Jason Bell –
My Gold German Ram has been thriving in a 10-gallon tank. It’s active and colorful, and it pairs well with other small cichlids. The fish is very hardy and adapts quickly to the tank environment.
Faith Harris –
I bought this for my community tank and it’s been a great addition. It doesn’t dominate the space and gets along with my tetras and dwarf corydoras. A bit territorial during feeding, but otherwise peaceful.
Melanie Peake –
The fish arrived healthy and vibrant. It’s a stunning golden color and very active. I’ve seen it establish a bond with my other cichlid, which is a nice sign of its social nature.