German Blue Ram
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- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The German Blue Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi), also known as the German Blue Ram Cichlid, is a selectively bred variant of the ram cichlid, renowned for its vivid coloration and adaptable nature. Native to the slow-moving waters of the Orinoco River basin, these beautiful fish thrive in planted tanks and peaceful community setups. Their iridescent blue body, bright orange face, and black markings set them apart from other cichlids.
German Blue Rams are petite, reaching an adult size of 2–2.5 inches (5–6 cm), making them perfect for nano and mid-sized aquariums. Both body and fin types showcase the ram’s signature electric blue shimmer, yellow highlights, and striking red eyes. Longfin and balloon varieties add extra visual interest and personality.
The German Blue Ram Cichlid is peaceful, social, and best kept in pairs or small groups. Unlike many cichlids, Ram fish are gentle and well-suited for community tanks with Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, and peaceful livebearers. Dense planting, driftwood, and soft substrate help these fish feel secure and display their best colors.
Body Types and Fin Varieties
We offer German Blue Rams in both normal and balloon body types.
- Normal Body Type: Classic streamlined profile, ideal for those who appreciate natural ram fish beauty and swimming style.
- Balloon Body Type: Shorter, rounder body with a unique, compact look, perfect for aquarists seeking a distinctive twist on the traditional blue ram cichlid.
Choose from normal fin and longfin varieties as well:
- Normal Fin: Traditional, graceful fins.
- Longfin: Elegant, flowing fins for an extra touch of movement and display, adding drama to your aquascape.
At our Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our German Blue Ram for sale and other freshwater fish for sale are carefully selected and packed with love! Visit us to buy them online or at our aquarium store in Virginia for more betta fish for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, live aquatic plants for sale, and aquarium supplies.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THIS FISH:
- Intense blue, yellow, and red coloration with compact size (2–2.5 inches)
- Choose from normal and balloon body types, and normal or longfin varieties
- Peaceful, community-friendly dwarf cichlid, which is ideal for planted tanks
- Interactive personality and excellent for both beginners and experienced aquarists
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
- Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a pair
- Temperature: 78°–85°F (26°–29°C)
- pH: 6.0–7.5 (prefer soft, slightly acidic water)
- Hardness: 3–12 dGH
- Filtration: Gentle flow, clean and well-oxygenated water
CARE GUIDELINES:
- Diet: Omnivorous. Feed a mix of high-quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen, and live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia) to enhance color and health.
- Tank Setup: Use fine sand or smooth gravel substrate, dense live or silk aquarium plants, driftwood, and plenty of hiding spots. Maintain warm, stable water and perform regular water changes.
- Behavior: Peaceful and social, best kept in pairs or small groups. Will display vibrant colors and natural behaviors in a secure, well-aquascaped environment.
- Tankmates: Suitable with Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, Otocinclus, and other peaceful species. Avoid aggressive or very large tankmates.
German Blue Ram Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many German Blue Rams should I keep together?
It’s best to keep German Blue Rams in pairs or small groups to encourage natural behavior and reduce stress. For community tanks, start with a bonded pair or a group of 4–6, ensuring your tank is large enough (at least 20–30 gallons) and has plenty of hiding spots. Keeping them in groups helps promote vibrant colors, natural interactions, and a healthier social environment.
Why is my German Blue Ram losing color?
German Blue Rams may lose color due to stress, poor water quality, sudden changes in water parameters, inadequate diet, or illness. Common stressors include aggressive tankmates, rapid temperature changes, or insufficient hiding places. To restore your ram’s vibrant color, maintain pristine water conditions, provide a balanced diet rich in color-enhancing foods, and ensure a calm, well-planted tank environment.
Are German Blue Rams hard to care for?
German Blue Rams are moderately easy to care for with the right setup and maintenance. They require warm, clean, and stable water, a peaceful community, and a high-quality diet. While they are more sensitive to water quality than some other community fish, attentive care and regular tank maintenance will keep them healthy and thriving, even for dedicated beginners.
