Is that also called a Macaw Cichlid? As with any fish, the bigger the tank the better. This is certainly going to be a problem in a few months. The True Parrot Cichlid is quite a rarity among South American Cichlids, and it is also one of the most beautifully marked! As well as the pleco which might get … They prefer softer and more acidic water and must have a very good filtration system to keep these fish healthy! most african cichids are mouth brooders, but ther are very few new world mouthbrooders. Blood parrot, parrot cichlid: Tank size: 53 US gallons (200 liters) Temperament: Peaceful towards fish of similar size: Diet: Omnivorous: Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28 °C) pH: 6.5-7.5: Size: 8 inches long (20 centimeters) Re: Fertilizing eggs shaz is 100% correct. They also require a lot of room so a single specimen will require at least an 80 gallon (~ 364 litres, 96 US gallons) aquarium, with a pair this should be doubled. Blood parrots should not be confused with other parrot cichlids or salt water parrotfish (family Scaridae). True parrot cichlids 3 in total biggest 22cm 18cm and a 15cm I think 1 male 2 females but not 100% sure, not the best photos look better in real life...cheap at this size grow a lot bigger. They also require a lot of room so a single specimen will require at least an 80 gallon (~ 364 litres, 96 US gallons) aquarium, with a pair this should be doubled. Midas cichlids easily top 30cm/12", and Severums 20cm/8"+, and I’ve witnessed many rehomed Parrot cichlids, topping 20cm/8" in … As hybrids, blood red parrots cichlids are also especially sensitive to the quality of their environment. Posted by 5 days ago. As expected with the larger cichlids, these are high waste producers, an excellent filtration system must be used to cope with the waste levels. Ideally, this potential tank mate will require at least a 55-gallon aquarium for optimum health and compatibility. A 100g tank being acceptable for a single fully grown specimen. True Parrot Cichlid (Hoplarchus psittacus) Origin: Wild Colombia Locale: Rio Orinoco Diet: Omnivore and predator, will accept most frozen and prepared foods. These Cichlids are not easy to sex. Parrot fish grow to the size of a softball, figure on a 40 gallon tank at least for one. Some of the newer varieties are even larger. What is the size? ... My First Cichlid Tank! The water parameters are good, however, the PH may be a little low at ~7.0. Mature Parrot Cichlids are thick, heavy fish which means they put more bio-load on the tank. Water Requirements. The bottom strata is sand. It doesn't seem that way now, but in a couple months your tank will be cramped. They are carnivores, and will enjoy feasting on worms, shrimp, fish, and high protein pellet foods. Clown Loaches, also known as Tiger Loaches, might be considered as tankmates for Blood Parrot Cichlids. They can also be highly aggressive so only keep these fish with other species that can handle themselves and preferably of a similar size. CA | Video. the big chains are the worst.
parrots are not mouth brooders. Subject: hoplarchus psittacus akaThe true parrot cichlid 6/8/2010, 1:53 am origin: Amazon river basin in the black and white waters.

H. Psittacus will grow to lengths of 12" or more, so adults will require large aquariums with foot prints that will nicely accommodate their size.
Description. Parrot Cichlids can grow up to 10″ long.