A
African Butterfly Fish
Pantodon buchholzi
VS
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German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Choosing between African Butterfly Fish and German Blue Ram? Both are excellent choices, but they have different care requirements and temperaments. Use the detailed comparison below to make an informed decision based on your experience level, tank size, and community goals.
African Butterfly Fish
Pantodon buchholziVS
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramireziCommon Name
African Butterfly Fish
German Blue Ram
Scientific Name
Pantodon buchholzi
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Type
Freshwater
Freshwater
Difficulty
Advanced
Intermediate
Temperament
Aggressive
Peaceful
Minimum Tank
30 gallons
20 gallons
Recommended Tank
40 gallons
30 gallons
Temperature
75°F - 82°F
78°F - 85°F
pH Range
6 - 7.5
6 - 7.5
Max Size
5 inches
3 inches
Lifespan
5-8 years
2-4 years
Diet
Live insects, Crickets, Flies, Small fish, Frozen foods
High-quality pellets or flakes, Frozen bloodworms, Frozen brine shrimp, Live blackworms, High-quality cichlid pellets
African Butterfly Fish
✓ Good For
German Blue Ram
✓ Good For
- Community tanks
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