Species profile
Blood Parrot Cichlid
Hybrid: Amphilophus citrinellus × Vieja melanurusBlood Parrot Cichlid (Hybrid: Amphilophus citrinellus × Vieja melanurus) is a solo centerpiece fish for a cycled 75+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 8 inches as an adult, 76-82°F water, pH 6.5-8, and moderate care. Keep only one per tank, and choose tankmates with matching water needs and low aggression.
TerritorialHigh energyFlashyModerate care
75 galMinimum tank
8 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
76-82°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6.5-8
- GH
- 5-20 dGH
- KH
- 3-12 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Assertive
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 4/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 2/5
- Care difficulty
- 3/5
Planning Notes
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