{"product_id":"balloon-longfin-electric-blue-rams","title":"BALLOON LONGFIN ELECTRIC BLUE RAMS","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"306\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"41\"\u003eLongfin Electric Blue Balloon Ram\u003c\/strong\u003e is a captivating freshwater fish known for its vibrant electric blue hue, distinctive balloon-shaped body, and gracefully elongated fins.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis variant of the German Blue Ram combines the striking coloration of the Electric Blue Ram with the unique body shape of the Balloon Ram, resulting in a truly eye-catching addition to any aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eTheir peaceful demeanor and manageable size make them an excellent choice for both novice and experienced aquarists. (Pre Order)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"329\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"391\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"391\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"352\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"25\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMikrogeophagus ramirezi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"449\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"449\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"410\"\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eLongfin Electric Blue Balloon Ram, Balloon Ram Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"499\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"499\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eUp to 5–6 cm (2–2.5 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"555\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"555\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e2–3 years with optimal care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"614\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"614\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"573\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePeaceful; suitable for community tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"666\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"666\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOmnivorous; thrives on a varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"867\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"690\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"867\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"751\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"751\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e25–30°C (77–86°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"809\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"809\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"768\"\u003epH Level\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e5.0–7.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"867\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"867\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eUp to 8 dGH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"978\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"978\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e75 liters (20 gallons)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1039\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eWhy Choose Longfin Electric Blue Balloon Rams?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1107\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1107\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eStriking Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eTheir vibrant blue coloration and flowing fins add a touch of elegance to any aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1170\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1170\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003ePeaceful Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCompatible with a variety of similarly sized, non-aggressive fish species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1230\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1230\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003eCompact Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eTheir small stature makes them suitable for medium-sized aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1344\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1344\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eInteractive Behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eKnown for their curious and engaging demeanor, often interacting with their environment and tank mates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1376\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1434\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1434\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eAquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIncorporate plants, driftwood, and caves to provide hiding spots and mimic their natural habitat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1492\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1492\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eFiltration\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eEfficient filtration system to maintain water quality; gentle water flow is preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1548\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1548\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eModerate lighting to enhance their coloration without causing stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1605\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1605\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFine sand or smooth gravel to accommodate their foraging behavior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1709\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1709\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eTank Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eA secure lid is recommended, as they can be occasional jumpers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1745\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1832\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eLongfin Electric Blue Balloon Rams are compatible with a variety of peaceful community fish, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1875\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1875\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNeon Tetras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1917\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1917\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCorydoras Catfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1959\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1959\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDwarf Gouramis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"2001\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2001\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHarlequin Rasboras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2089\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2089\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOtocinclus Catfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2185\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAvoid housing with aggressive or fin-nipping species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2223\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003eFeeding Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2283\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2283\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003eStaple Diet\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHigh-quality flake or micro-pellet food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2350\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2350\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eSupplementary Foods\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eLive or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2461\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2461\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eFeeding Frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFeed 2–3 times daily in small amounts to prevent overfeeding and maintain water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2480\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2480\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2636\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003eAre Longfin Electric Blue Balloon Rams suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eYes, their peaceful nature and manageable size make them suitable for novice aquarists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2755\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003eDo they require a heater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eMaintaining a stable temperature between 25–30°C (77–86°F) is essential; a heater is recommended to achieve this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2869\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003eCan they live alone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThey thrive best in pairs or small groups; keeping them alone may lead to stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"3003\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003eAre they suitable for planted aquariums?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2918\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAbsolutely! They are plant-safe and enjoy the cover and foraging opportunities that plants provide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FISH HUT AQUA AND PET SUPPLIES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49746131189987,"sku":"jma1789531636211","price":26.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/3965\/8211\/files\/balloon-longfin-electric-blue-rams_1.webp?v=1789531640","url":"https:\/\/vintageinspiredwear.shop\/products\/balloon-longfin-electric-blue-rams","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}