Blood Parrot Cichlid (juvenile)

Family Cichlidae Origin Artificial hybrid cross between cichlid species Adult size 7 to 8 inches; 10 inches possible Social Typically not a community fish, but may cohabit with other blood parrots or similar peaceful community fish Lifespan 10 to 15 years in captivity Tank level Mid- and bottom-level Minimum tank size 30 gallons for single fish; 10 additional gallons for each additional fish Diet As a base diet, prefers high-quality flakes or pellets formulated for cichlids Breeding Males are sterile, but females sometimes breed with other cichlids Care Requires hiding places as well as large open swimming areas. Good filtration is essential. pH 6.5 to 7.4 Hardness Soft