True Parrot Cichlid
Remarks: True Parrot Cichlids (Hoplarchus psittacus) are extremely beautiful, showing emerald-green coloration with dark bands and bright red eyes. They are found in blackwater streams in Colombia and Brazil. They will live in a large tank with other South American cichlids, such as Severums, Chocolate Cichlids, Angelfish, and Geophagus. Because of their size, we recommend at least a 90 gallon for a single fish or pair, and a 125 gallon for more fish.
Scientific Name: Hoplarchus psittacus
Common Name: True Parrot Cichlid
Max Size: 14"
pH: 5.0-7.0
Hardness: Soft
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive
Region of Origin: South America
Captive Bred or Wild: Wild Caught
Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food
Compatibility: Large tetras, peaceful South American cichlids, catfish.
Tank Mate Options:
- Chocolate Cichlid
- Red Shoulder Severum
- Rhino Pleco
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Description
Remarks: True Parrot Cichlids (Hoplarchus psittacus) are extremely beautiful, showing emerald-green coloration with dark bands and bright red eyes. They are found in blackwater streams in Colombia and Brazil. They will live in a large tank with other South American cichlids, such as Severums, Chocolate Cichlids, Angelfish, and Geophagus. Because of their size, we recommend at least a 90 gallon for a single fish or pair, and a 125 gallon for more fish.
Scientific Name: Hoplarchus psittacus
Common Name: True Parrot Cichlid
Max Size: 14"
pH: 5.0-7.0
Hardness: Soft
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive
Region of Origin: South America
Captive Bred or Wild: Wild Caught
Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food
Compatibility: Large tetras, peaceful South American cichlids, catfish.
Tank Mate Options:
- Chocolate Cichlid
- Red Shoulder Severum
- Rhino Pleco
