Blood Parrot Cichlid

Name: Blood Parrot Cichlid
Brand: Petco Freshwater Fish
SKU: 3358340
Price: 19.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Petco Freshwater Fish

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Description

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The Blood Parrot Cichlid is a vibrant freshwater hybrid known for its bright orange color, round body, and playful personality. Reaching up to 8 inches, it stands out as a colorful centerpiece in medium to large aquariums. Semi-aggressive but generally peaceful with similarly sized or non-aggressive tankmates, Blood Parrots thrive in 55+ gallon tanks with hiding spots and open space. They prefer stable water conditions and a varied diet of pellets, frozen foods, and vegetables. Social and interactive, these long-lived fish bring bold color and charm to community setups-ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists.

- Care Level: Easy
- Temperament: Semi-aggressive
- Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons
- Max Size: 8"
- Diet: Omnivore
- Provide an environment with sandy substrate and rocks for hiding places
- May Dig up plants

Care Sheet

Specifications

SKU	3358340
Primary Brand	Petco Freshwater Fish
Days to Ship	Ships Next Business Day

Live Animal

Max water Temp	82 F
Pet Max Length	8 IN
Water Parameters-DKH Min	2
Special Diet	Omnivore
Water Parameters-PH Min	6.5
Temperament	Semi-Aggressive
Care Level	Easy
Pet Min Length	2 IN
Water Parameters-DKH Max	5
Water Parameters-PH Max	7.5
Scientific Name	Cichlasoma sp.
Min Water Temp	77 F
Environment	Freshwater
Native To	Central America

Additional Features

Personalized Item flag	No

Item Dimensions

Length	2.5 IN

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Feed a variety of flakes, pellets, freeze-dried bloodworms and frozen food. Feed sparingly and no more than fish can eat in 1 to 2 minutes. Allow the sealed bag with your new fish to float in your aquarium for at least 15 minutes, but no longer than one hour, and ensure the water in the bag is the same temperature as the water in your tank.

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