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 aggressive cichlids or very small, docile fish. Good tank mates include other large cichlids (e.g., Convict Cichlids, Firemouth Cichlids), large tetras, plecos, and some larger catfish species.
• Special requirements: Due to their fused mouth, they can have difficulty eating certain types of food; sinking pellets or flakes are preferred. They require a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding spots (caves, driftwood, rocks) and open swimming areas. They are sensitive to poor water quality, so regular water changes are crucial. They are known to dig, so substrate should be fine gravel or sand, and plants should be robust or potted.

Water parameters

Temperature

76-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

4-18 dGH

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