Blood Parrot Cichlid

Blood Parrot Cichlid

Hybrid (Amphilophus x Vieja)

Also known as: Blood Parrot

💧 Freshwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟢 Easy 🍽️ Omnivore

Bright orange hybrid cichlid with a distinctive beak-like mouth. Personable and recognizes its owner.

Tank Size

30 gal
minimum (55+ preferred)

Temperature

76–82°F
24–28°C

pH Range

6.5–7.5
water acidity

Max Size

8"
20.3 cm

Lifespan

10–15 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Cannot close its mouth fully, so avoid aggressive tank mates that could injure it. Hardy once established.

Feeding

Sinking pellets work best due to mouth shape. Also frozen foods and soft vegetables.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Cardinal Tetra 2" Rummy Nose Tetra 2" Black Skirt Tetra 2.5" Serpae Tetra 1.75" Congo Tetra 3.5" Harlequin Rasbora 2" Zebra Danio 2" Bloodfin Tetra 2" Diamond Tetra 2.5" Buenos Aires Tetra 3" Scissortail Rasbora 3.5" X-Ray Tetra 1.75"

Incompatible With

Neon Tetra 1.5" Ember Tetra 0.8" Glowlight Tetra 1.5" Chili Rasbora 0.7" Celestial Pearl Danio 1" White Cloud Mountain Minnow 1.5" Lemon Tetra 1.5" Black Neon Tetra 1.5" Green Neon Tetra 1" Flame Tetra 1.5" Red Phantom Tetra 1.5" Espei Rasbora 1.5"

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