Can rams live with kribensis?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Rams and kribensis can share a tank, but watch one thing. They only share 80°F. Keep the heater set there and steady.
What to watch
- Watch outThey only share 80°F. Keep the heater set there and steady.
- Watch outBoth claim territory on the bottom. Give each its own cave and plenty of floor space.
What works
- pH 6–7 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| German blue ram | Kribensis | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 80–86 °F | 75–80 °F |
| pH | 5–7 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.5 in | 4.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 20 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Bottom |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can rams live with kribensis?
Yes, with care. Rams and kribensis can share a tank, but watch one thing. They only share 80°F. Keep the heater set there and steady.
What temperature suits both rams and kribensis?
80–80 °F. Rams need 80–86 °F, kribensis need 75–80 °F.
What size tank do rams and kribensis need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the kribensis. Add space for each extra fish.