Care Level: Intermediate to Expert
Temperament: Peaceful
Maximum Size: 3"
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Water Conditions: 76-82° F, KH 1-8, pH 5.0-6.8
Diet: Omnivore
Origin: Farm raised, selective breeding
Family: Cichlidae
Species: Rams
Aquarium Type: Cichlid-New-World
Species Information :
The Electric Blue Balloon Ram or as it is also called the Electric Blue Angel Ram, is a selective bred variant of the Electric Blue Ram. Which is a color variant that has become very popular within the hobby, even though it is slightly more difficult to keep than its wild-type cousin. The Electric Blue Balloon Ram is a selectively bred variant which focuses on altering the body of the Ram to be taller, shorter and more stout the otherwise more stream lined standard Ram body.
Since Rams have a relatively short natural life span of a little over 2 years, they mature from juveniles to adults rather quickly. The short lifespan of this species is also a factor when selecting individuals for purchase as the larger more colorful specimens tend to be older individuals.
Older specimens also go through a form of menopause where they no will no longer spawn, thus hobbyists looking to breed need to select young specimens.