Bolivian Ram couple trouble

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Ewest

Ewest

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So i have a yong pair of Bolivians (1 male 1 female) and for the last 3 weeks or so since they were put in the tank they have been stuck to each others sides so i assumed they had pared up but today when i got up they were flaring at each other and locked jaws for a brief moment , they aren't constantly going at each other but when they see each other they flare up and display aggression:argue:. What should i do? Will they pair back up?
 
Star_Rider

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hard to say.. they could be pushing for territory.
pairs will liplock and some may break apart..
Rams in general are actually more likely to act like a loose shoal when you get enough of them.

I've seen the behavior with both species. I currently have quite a few bolivian rams..and when young they will form loose shoals/schools.. they will establish a pecking order when you get a bunch of them but they tend to not be super aggressive.

this last year was the first year I have been able to get successful spawns and I must say it is interesting to watch the progression from fry to young fish.

if you continue to see this aggression with yours you may either split them up for a time and reintroduce them later or add another ram or 2 to the mix, depending on tank size and set up.
 
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