Can German Blue Ram Live With Blue Tang (Regal Tang)?
Incompatible pH. German Blue Ram needs 5.5–7.0, Blue Tang (Regal Tang) needs 8.1–8.4.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | German Blue Ram | Blue Tang (Regal Tang) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–86°F | 75–82°F | 78–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 3" | 12" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 75 gal | 75 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
German blue rams are one of the most beautiful dwarf cichlids, with iridescent blue and gold coloration, a distinctive black spot, and red-highlighted fins. Despite being cichlids, they are remarkably peaceful and make excellent centerpiece fish for planted community tanks. They do require warm, soft water and are more sensitive than typical community fish.
Full care guide →Blue Tang (Regal Tang)
Paracanthurus hepatus
The blue tang — Dory from Finding Nemo — is one of the most recognizable marine fish with its vivid royal blue body, black palette marking, and yellow tail. While stunning, they grow large (up to 12 inches), are highly susceptible to ich, and need tanks of 75+ gallons. They are not beginner fish despite their popularity following the movies.
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