{"product_id":"german-blue-ram-pair","title":"German Blue Ram Pair","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚚\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eShipping Schedule for Live Aquatic Life\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship live aquatic animals exclusively on \u003cb\u003eMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure timely and safe delivery. Please note that this schedule may shift due to holidays or unexpected events.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce your package is in the hands of the postal service, transit times are beyond our control. In the rare event that your aquatic life arrives deceased, please follow the steps outlined in our Live Arrival Guarantee to request a claim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll fish are fasted for at least 24 hours prior to shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐠\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe take great care in shipping your aquatic life, but please note that with any live animal delivery, there is a possibility of loss upon arrival (Dead on Arrival or DOA). Should this occur, we require a clear photo of the affected fish inside their original, unopened packaging on the \u003ci\u003esame day\u003c\/i\u003e they are received to process a DOA claim. Purchasing this item indicates your agreement to follow this protocol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce the fish are introduced into their tank, responsibility for their well-being lies with the owner. We are unable to offer refunds for losses occurring after delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eImportant Delivery Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you won’t be home to receive the package, we strongly recommend arranging with the courier to hold it for pickup. Leaving the package outside in extreme temperatures may compromise the health of your new aquatic companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGerman Blue Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esmall, colorful freshwater cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom South America, very popular with aquarium hobbyists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐟 Basic Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e~2–2.5 inches (5–6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2–4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePeaceful (for a cichlid)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌈 Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eelectric blue scales\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow body with black markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed eyes (often called “red-eyed ram”)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMales usually have longer dorsal fin rays; females show pink on the belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌡️ Tank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue rams are sensitive, so water quality matters a lot:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e20 gallons minimum (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e80–86°F (27–30°C) ← very important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.5–6.8 (slightly acidic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSoft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGentle but efficient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlants \u0026amp; cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDriftwood, plants, caves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍽️ Diet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmnivore, prefers high-quality foods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen: bloodworms, brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive foods (occasional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality micro pellets or flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e❤️ Behavior \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerally peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be territorial when breeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood tank mates:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOtocinclus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid aggressive or fin-nipping fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐣 Breeding (Quick Notes)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm monogamous pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLay eggs on flat surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents guard eggs and fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires very clean, warm, soft water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Common Issues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitive to poor water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSusceptible to stress and parasites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass-bred rams can be less hardy (wild-type or quality breeders are better)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tropical Vibes Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"2 Pairs","offer_id":63320509612401,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Pairs","offer_id":63320509645169,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 Pairs","offer_id":63320509677937,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 Pairs","offer_id":63320509710705,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/7830\/9489\/files\/PXL_20260114_223606724.MP_2.jpg?v=1774281048","url":"https:\/\/www.tvaqua.com\/products\/german-blue-ram-pair","provider":"Tropical Vibes Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}