Parrot Cichlid
Amphilophus citrinellus x Paraneetroplus synspilus
What you need to keep a Parrot Cichlid
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pH
6.5–8
Temperature
24–28 °C
Where to buy
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What Parrot Cichlid costs in South Africa
6 price points from 3 shops over 90 days
R165
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SA median R115 across 3 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Blood Parrot Cichlid is a man-made hybrid, known for its bright orange or red color and unique body shape with a beak-like mouth. They have a comical, lumbering swimming style and can be quite personable. While territorial, they are generally less aggressive than their parent species due to their physical deformities, but should still be housed with care.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Parrot Cichlid healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Parrot Cichlid's adult size and activity level. Use robust décor and sight breaks so each fish can hold its own space.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 24–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Omnivore. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Semi-aggressive. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose robust tankmates of similar size, and nothing small enough to be eaten. Add Parrot Cichlid last so territories reset.
Breeding
Breeding success with Parrot Cichlid depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
Settling this fish in?
Condition the tap water, seed the filter, test through the first weeks — most early losses trace back to one of those.
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