Black Ram Mikrogeophagus Ramirezi 

Common Name: Dark Knight Ram 

Latin name: Mikrogeophagus ramirezi 

Synonyms: Apistogramma ramirezi, Papiliochromis ramirezi

Distribution: Dark Knight Rams are a line bred strain of the popular aquarium fish Mikrogeophagus ramirezi. The original wild fish come from the Orinoco River basin in Venezuela and Colombia.

Max size: They can grow up to 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) in length.

Temperature range: They prefer a temperature range of 78-84°F (25.5-28.9°C).

Ph Range: The ideal pH range for Dark Knight Rams is 5.0-7.0.

Kh Range: They prefer soft to moderately hard water with a KH range of 1-10 dKH.

Care level: They are considered to be of moderate care level and can be a bit delicate, especially when it comes to water quality.

Preferred food: They are omnivores and will eat a variety of foods, including flakes, pellets, frozen and live foods.

Behaviour: Dark Knight Rams are peaceful and generally do well in community tanks. They may become aggressive during breeding.

Discoverer: Dark Knight Rams are a line bred strain, and as such, there is no specific discoverer.

Suitable for planted aquariums: They can be kept in planted aquariums as long as the plants are not too delicate.

Interesting Facts: The Dark Knight Ram is a beautiful fish with a black body and metallic blue highlights. They are a popular choice for aquarium hobbyists who want to add some colour and variety to their tanks. Dark Knight Rams are also known for their unique breeding behaviour, where the male will guard and care for the eggs and fry while the female patrols the perimeter of their territory.