Bolivian Ram (Microgeophagus altispinosa )

Synonyms:	...
Stats:	Adult Size: 3 " (8 cm) Temp: 77-82 F (25-28 C) Tank: 24" (60 cm) minimum
Requirements:	Prefers acidic water, but can be fine in 7.4 or so. Plantings and cover essential.
Diet:	Anything. Will take flake, live, frozen, or pellet. Very undemanding.
Breeding:	To guarantee a pair several juveniles may need to be purchased, six being a usual number. Fry are easy to raise.
Sociability:	Fairly peaceful, like all cichlids more aggressive when breeding. Keep in pairs or alone.
Related Spec:	(Apistogramma ramirezi) - Butterfly (Ram) Cichlid
Special Info:	Bolivian Rams are much easier to care for than their cousins Butterfly Rams.