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The Balloon (short-bodied) Ram is an aquarium strain that has become quite popular with its rounded body and long flowing fins. Rams are very popular community fish, with their bright colours and peaceful disposition. They are best kept in a planted aquarium with species such as tetras and Angels. Balloon Rams grow to about 5cm, they have been developed in both blue and gold forms.
More than 225 species, with estimates of 300 species, of cichlids are found throughout South America. An estimated 75% of these inhabit the mighty Amazon River Basin. Cichlids are also found in Central America, where they are well-known for their pugnacious behavior and their stunning colors. Most of these cichlid are large, thus requiring large tanks. These fish inhabit most types of water ways throughout Central America including lakes, streams, rivers, even underground water sources.
Their colorful appearance, the many different species available, their behavior and their breeding are just some of the reasons the Cichlids are one of the most popular aquarium fish.
Due to their aggressive behavior, the tank for cichlids should be as large as possible, with its length being more critical than its height; meaning the longer the better.
In the Cichlid tank there must be places of refuge. These can be rock caves, large pieces of driftwood or even inverted flowerpots. Most large species of Cichlids will dig up the substrate material, and occasionally will remove plants from the substrate. The Angelfish, Discus and the dwarf species Apistogramma all prefer a densely planted tank.
The water temperature should be in the range of 24-28 degrees celsius, slightly higher for the Discus. The diet should consist of live and frozen food of all kinds as well a large flake staple food. Large specimens can be feed Earthworms, garden Crickets and kitchen leftovers.
More than 225 species, with estimates of 300 species, of cichlids are found throughout South America. An estimated 75% of these inhabit the mighty Amazon River Basin. Cichlids are also found in Central America, where they are well-known for their pugnacious behavior and their stunning colors. Most of these cichlid are large, thus requiring large tanks. These fish inhabit most types of water ways throughout Central America including lakes, streams, rivers, even underground water sources.
Their colorful appearance, the many different species available, their behavior and their breeding are just some of the reasons the Cichlids are one of the most popular aquarium fish.
Due to their aggressive behavior, the tank for cichlids should be as large as possible, with its length being more critical than its height; meaning the longer the better.
In the Cichlid tank there must be places of refuge. These can be rock caves, large pieces of driftwood or even inverted flowerpots. Most large species of Cichlids will dig up the substrate material, and occasionally will remove plants from the substrate. The Angelfish, Discus and the dwarf species Apistogramma all prefer a densely planted tank.
The water temperature should be in the range of 24-28 degrees celsius, slightly higher for the Discus. The diet should consist of live and frozen food of all kinds as well a large flake staple food. Large specimens can be feed Earthworms, garden Crickets and kitchen leftovers.
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Customer Reviews
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funny Review by Nathan
Customer Rating strange fish, terratorial but will not kill other fish at first discus attempted to murder them. quite friendly to the owner and a substitute to a normal chiclid (Posted on 3/06/11)
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Stunning Fish! Review by Daniel
Customer Rating Arrived in very healthy condition, beautiful little fish.
Coloured up fairly quickly and has developed a very inquisitive personality over the last few weeks.
Highly recommend these for community tanks, fits in well with my rummynose tetras and bristlenose. (Posted on 11/01/11) -
I have ballon rams in one tank Review by jacqui wilson
Customer Rating I have ballon rams in one tank and "normal" blue rams in another. The balloon rams are my favourites! (Although both are nice ;o) Very hardy little fish, "Vulcan" the boss of the balloon rams is quite spirited, and will confront all fish who stray into his territory regardless of their size....at one stage he was trying to claim half of a 200 litre tank but thankfully he has downsized his territory. They all really appreciate a well planted tank, and spend about equal time among plants and swimming about out in open water (but they quickly retreat to plants if threatened), they are faring well in a "peaceful" cichlid community tank. Great Little fish with amazing colour/shape! (Posted on 15/07/10)
