Blood Parrot Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Blood Parrot Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other large, semi-aggressive fish that can tolerate similar water parameters. Avoid very small or overly aggressive tank mates. Good tank mates include larger tetras, gouramis, plecos, and other medium to large cichlids (with caution).
• Special requirements: Requires a spacious tank with plenty of hiding spots (caves, driftwood, rocks) but also open swimming areas. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel. Excellent filtration is crucial due to their messy eating habits. Regular water changes are essential. Their unique mouth structure necessitates sinking pellets or flakes that are easily consumed, and they may struggle with food that floats or is too large.

Water parameters

Temperature

76-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

4-18 dGH

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