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Festivum Cichlid
Mesonauta festivus
VS
G
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Choosing between Festivum Cichlid 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.
Festivum Cichlid
Mesonauta festivusVS
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramireziCommon Name
Festivum Cichlid
German Blue Ram
Scientific Name
Mesonauta festivus
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Type
Freshwater
Freshwater
Difficulty
Intermediate
Intermediate
Temperament
Semi-Aggressive
Peaceful
Minimum Tank
40 gallons
20 gallons
Recommended Tank
55 gallons
30 gallons
Temperature
75°F - 82°F
78°F - 85°F
pH Range
6 - 7.5
6 - 7.5
Max Size
8 inches
3 inches
Lifespan
8-12 years
2-4 years
Diet
High-quality pellets, Frozen foods, Vegetable matter, Live foods
High-quality pellets or flakes, Frozen bloodworms, Frozen brine shrimp, Live blackworms, High-quality cichlid pellets
Festivum Cichlid
✓ Good For
German Blue Ram
✓ Good For
- Community tanks
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