German Blue Ram Tank Mates: Best & Worst
Good tank mates for a German Blue Ram share its water (78-85°F, pH 5.5-7), suit its peaceful temperament, and are the wrong size to eat it or be eaten.
Best tank mates
Neon Tetra
Compatible · 20 gal+
Cardinal Tetra
Compatible · 20 gal+
Guppy
Compatible · 20 gal+
Endler's Livebearer
Compatible · 20 gal+
Platy
Compatible · 20 gal+
Swordtail
Compatible · 20 gal+
Dwarf Gourami
Compatible · 20 gal+
Pearl Gourami
Compatible · 30 gal+
Honey Gourami
Compatible · 20 gal+
Discus
Compatible · 55 gal+
Bolivian Ram
Compatible · 20 gal+
Bronze Corydoras
Compatible · 20 gal+
Avoid these
Panda Corydoras
Not recommended
Zebra Danio
Not recommended
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
Not recommended
Common Goldfish
Not recommended
Rosy Barb
Not recommended
Frequently asked questions
What can live with a German Blue Ram?
Neon Tetra, Cardinal Tetra, Guppy, Endler's Livebearer, Platy and similar peaceful species.
What should not be kept with a German Blue Ram?
Panda Corydoras, Zebra Danio, White Cloud Mountain Minnow, Common Goldfish and other incompatible species.
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