Parrot Cichlid (True)
Hoplarchus psittacus — The true (non-hybrid) parrot cichlid; needs very warm soft water, not to be confused with the blood parrot hybrid.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Hoplarchus psittacus |
|---|---|
| Type | cichlid |
| Adult size | 12" |
| Minimum tank | 90 gal |
| Group size | 3+ |
| Temperament | semi_aggressive |
| Temperature | 78-86°F |
| pH | 4.5-6.5 |
| GH | 1-5 |
| Diet | Meaty pellets, frozen, live |
| Swimming zone | all |
| Care level | difficult |
| Plant-safe | No |