F
Firemouth Cichlid
Thorichthys meeki
VS
G
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Choosing between Firemouth 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.
Firemouth Cichlid
Thorichthys meekiVS
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramireziCommon Name
Firemouth Cichlid
German Blue Ram
Scientific Name
Thorichthys meeki
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
Type
Freshwater
Freshwater
Difficulty
Intermediate
Intermediate
Temperament
Semi-Aggressive
Peaceful
Minimum Tank
30 gallons
20 gallons
Recommended Tank
40 gallons
30 gallons
Temperature
75°F - 79°F
78°F - 85°F
pH Range
6.5 - 8
6 - 7.5
Max Size
6 inches
3 inches
Lifespan
8-10 years
2-4 years
Diet
Cichlid pellets, Frozen foods, Live foods, Vegetable matter, Bloodworms, Brine shrimp
High-quality pellets or flakes, Frozen bloodworms, Frozen brine shrimp, Live blackworms, High-quality cichlid pellets
Firemouth Cichlid
✓ Good For
German Blue Ram
✓ Good For
- Community tanks
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