Blood Red Parrot Cichlids Species Profile:
 
Common Name: Blood Red Parrot Cichlids
Species name: Hybrid (Cross between Amphilophus citrinellus and Paraneetroplus synspilus)
Species Group: South American Cichlid
Origin: A man-made hybrid first developed in Taiwan. These are not found in the wild.
Maximum Size: Approx 20cm
Diet: Platinum parrots are omnivores and generally not very picky eaters... A varied diet is best, including high-quality cichlid pellets or flakes, and supplemented with frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and mysis shrimp. They also appreciate occasional vegetable matter such as blanched peas or spinach.
Ideal Water temp: 24 - 28 degrees c
PH: 6.5  ->  7.5 (our parrots breed in 7.4ph water.)
 
Temprement:
Blood Red Parrots are famously quirky and full of personality. They are generally peaceful and social, often recognized for "interacting" with their owners through the glass. While they are cichlids and can be territorial about "their" cave, they are physically unable to do much damage due to their small mouths, making them suitable for community tanks with other medium-sized, peaceful fish.
 
TNT Notes:
If you want a fish that acts more like a "water puppy" than a pet, the Blood Red Parrot is the one. They are hardy, long-lived, and incredibly expressive. These specimens have been carefully selected for their deep red coloration and robust health.