Bolivian Ram
Moderatefreshwater
Overview
Mikrogeophagus altispinosus is a species of fish endemic to the southern Amazon River basin in Brazil and Bolivia.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–26°C (72–79°F) |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Adult Size | 8 cm (3.1 in) |
| Min Tank | 20 gallons |
| Lifespan | 4 years |
Tank Setup
Feeding
Omnivore — cichlid pellets, bloodworms, brine shrimp
Compatibility
Breeding
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons — licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taxonomic data: *Mikrogeophagus altispinosus (Haseman, 1911) * — GBIF (2026). Wikipedia summary: Bolivian Ram — CC BY-SA 4.0.
Care parameters cross-referenced with Seriously Fish.
Quick facts & gear
- Min tank size
- 20 gallons
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH range
- 6.0–7.5
- Adult size
- 8 cm (3.1 in)
- Lifespan
- 4 years
- Origin
- Member of family Cichlidae, order Perciformes. See species profile for distribution details.
- Diet
- Omnivore —cichlid pelletsbloodwormsbrine shrimp