Platinum Balloon Ram - 4cm (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) (Live Fish)

Platinum Balloon Rams (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) are striking freshwater dwarf cichlids admired for their bright platinum-white colouration, compact rounded body shape, and peaceful temperament. Their distinctive appearance makes them an excellent feature fish for planted aquariums and carefully selected community setups.

They thrive in warm, clean, stable water with gentle filtration, fine substrate, and plenty of plants, driftwood, rocks, and sheltered areas. Providing a peaceful environment with suitable hiding places helps reduce stress and allows them to display their natural behaviour. Feed a varied diet of quality micro pellets, flakes, frozen, and live foods to support healthy growth and colouration.

Balloon varieties have a shortened, rounded body shape. Approximate size is 4cm. Size, colour, pattern, sex, and appearance may vary.

✓ Bright platinum-white colouration
✓ Distinctive rounded balloon body shape
✓ Peaceful South American dwarf cichlid
✓ Ideal for warm, planted community aquariums