Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Bolivian Ram's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Where to buy
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What Bolivian Ram costs in South Africa
3 price points from 3 shops over 90 days
R85
cheapest of 3 shops today
↤ R92med R120R144
Great price−29%Holding steady over the last 90 days
SA median R120 across 3 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Bolivian Ram is a hardier and slightly larger cousin to the German Blue Ram, with more subtle yellow and pink coloration and red-tipped fins. They are an excellent dwarf cichlid for beginners, being more tolerant of varied water conditions. They are peaceful bottom-dwellers that sift through sand for food.
Key traits
peaceful
community
territorial
small
easy
omnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Bolivian Ram healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 22–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Bolivian Ram is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Bolivian Ram is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Bolivian Ram vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Settling this fish in?
Condition the tap water, seed the filter, test through the first weeks — most early losses trace back to one of those.
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Price history — last 90 days
SA price range this month: R85–120 · Average: R88
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