Blood Red Parrot Cichlids: A Closer Look (Amphilophus citrinellus)

The scientific name for the Blood Red Parrot Cichlid is Amphilophus citrinellus. It is a hybrid fish, created by breeding a Midas Cichlid (Amphilophus citrinellus) with a Redhead Cichlid (Paratheraps synspilum). The Blood Red Parrot Cichlid is a popular choice for aquariums due to its vibrant colors and relatively peaceful nature. These fish are typically red or orange in color, with bright blue and green markings on their fins and bodies. They have a distinctive parrot-like beak, which is created by the fusion of their teeth into a single structure. Blood Red Parrot Cichlids can grow to be quite large, reaching up to 12 inches in length in the wild. In captivity, they tend to be slightly smaller, but can still grow to be quite large. These fish are native to Central America, where they are found in the lakes and rivers of Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Honduras. They are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of small fish, invertebrates, and plant matter in the wild. In captivity, they can be fed a diet of high-quality commercial cichlid pellets, along with frozen and live foods. Blood Red Parrot Cichlids are known to be intelligent and curious, and can be trained to perform tricks and learn to recognize their owners. They are also known to be quite social, and do best when kept in groups of at least three or four individuals. Overall, the Blood Red Parrot Cichlid is a colorful and engaging fish that can make a great addition to a well-maintained aquarium.

Scientific Name: Amphilophus citrinellus x Heros severus, Amphilophus citrinellus x Paraneetroplus synspilus
Common Names: Blood parrot cichlid, blood-red parrot cichlid
Distribution: Taiwan
Size: 7–8 inches
Life Expectancy: 10–15 years
Color: Bright orange, yellow, red (gray is rare)
Diet: Omnivore
Temperament: Peaceful
Minimum Tank Size: At least 30 gallons
Temperature: 76–80°F (24.4–26.6°C)
pH: 6.5–7.4
Hardness: 3.3–6.6 dGH
Care Level: Intermediate
Breeding: Challenging because most males are sterile

00:00 Intro
00:46 Blood Parrot Species Summary & Lifespan
01:56 Blood Parrot Cichlid Appearance
03:02 Blood Parrot Cichlid Size And Care
03:46 Tank Size And Water Parameters
05:26 Blood Parrot Cichlid Disease
06:37 Blood Parrot Cichlid Foods And Diet
07:11 Blood Parrot Cichlid Temperament
07:55 Blood Parrot Cichlid Tank Mates
08:40 Blood Parrot Cichlid Breeding

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Blood red parrot cichlids are a hybrid species of cichlid fish that are popular in the aquarium trade due to their bright red coloration and unique appearance. They have a lifespan of up to 15 years and can reach up to 8 inches in length when fully grown. They require a large tank with proper filtration and a pH range of 6.5-7.5, and a water temperature of 76-82 degrees Fahrenheit. They are prone to various diseases and require a varied diet of flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods. They can be territorial and should be kept with non-aggressive tank mates. Male Blood red parrot cichlids are larger and more colorful than females, and breeding can be challenging due to their hybrid status.

Facts:
Blood red parrot cichlids are a hybrid species of cichlid fish that are not found in nature and are instead created by breeding two different species of cichlids together.

They are popular in the aquarium trade due to their bright, red coloration and unique, parrot-like appearance.

Blood red parrot cichlids have a lifespan of up to 15 years if provided with proper care and a healthy environment.

They are a medium to large sized fish, reaching up to 8 inches in length when fully grown.

They have a distinctive, pear-shaped body with a rounded head and a wide, upturned mouth.

Blood red parrot cichlids require a large, well-filtered and well-aerated tank with a substrate of fine gravel or sand.
They prefer a pH range of 6.5-7.5 and a water temperature of 76-82 degrees Fahrenheit.

Blood red parrot cichlids are omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods including flakes, pellets, and frozen or live foods.

They can be somewhat territorial and may display aggressive behavior towards other fish.

Male Blood red parrot cichlids are typically larger and more colorful than females, and may also have more elongated fins.


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