Blood Red Parrot Cichlid

🔥 Red Parrot Cichlid (Blood Parrot Cichlid)
Add vibrant colour and playful personality to your aquarium with the striking Red Parrot Cichlid. Blood Parrot Cichlid Famous for their bright orange-red coloration and rounded “parrot-like” body shape, Red Parrot Cichlids are one of the most recognisable and interactive hybrid cichlids in the hobby. Intelligent, curious, and full of character, they quickly become the centrepiece of larger aquariums.

Their engaging behaviour and strong interaction with owners make them especially popular among aquarists looking for fish with personality as well as colour.

🌿 Why Choose Red Parrot Cichlid?
🎨 Bright orange-red coloration with unique rounded body shape
🐠 Highly interactive and intelligent aquarium fish
🌿 Excellent centrepiece species for larger aquariums
⭐ Full of personality and recognises feeding routines
🪨 Enjoys caves, rocks, and structured décor

In a spacious aquarium, Red Parrot Cichlids actively explore their surroundings, interact with tank mates, and often greet owners during feeding time.

📏 Care Requirements
🧬 Scientific Name: Blood Parrot Cichlid (hybrid)
📛 Common Name: Red Parrot Cichlid / Blood Parrot
🏠 Tank Size: 200L+ recommended
📏 Adult Size: ~15–20 cm
🌡️ Temperature: 24–28°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.5–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Semi-aggressive but generally peaceful
🍽️ Diet: Cichlid pellets, frozen foods, vegetables, live foods
👥 Group Size: Single, pair, or compatible groups in larger aquariums

Red Parrot Cichlids thrive in spacious aquariums with strong filtration, caves, driftwood, and open swimming areas.

🐠 Compatibility
Suitable for semi-aggressive community aquariums with severums, silver dollars, larger tetras, rainbowfish, and other similarly sized peaceful cichlids. Avoid aggressive tank mates or very small fish.

⚠️ Important Notes
Due to selective breeding, some individuals may have smaller mouths, making appropriately sized food important. Stable water quality and excellent filtration are essential for long-term health.

A fantastic choice for UK aquarists wanting a colourful, intelligent cichlid packed with personality and interactive behaviour.