The Blood Parrot Cichlid, or parrot cichlid, is a hybrid species of fish in the family Cichlidae. The fish was first bred in Taiwan around 1986. Blood parrots should not be confused with other parrot cichlids or salt water parrotfish. A Blood Parrot Cichlid reaches a maximum size of about 20-25 cm (8-10 inches), requires a temperature range of 22-28°C (72-82°F), and a pH of 6.0-8.0. As an omnivore, their diet should consist of high-quality cichlid pellets, and they may benefit from a protein boost from foods like lobster to enhance their vibrant red color.
Scientific name: Amphilophus citrinellus x
Paraneetroplus synspilus
