Red Tiger Parrot Cichlid 3-4"
Red Tiger Parrot Cichlid 3-4"
Rob's Aquatics Fish Shop
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About This Fish
About This Fish
Red Tiger Parrot Cichlid (Amphilophus citrinellus Hybrid)
The Red Tiger Parrot Cichlid combines the outgoing personality of Blood Parrot Cichlids with striking tiger-striped patterns and vibrant red-orange coloration. Every fish develops its own unique markings, ensuring no two are exactly alike.
Known for their curious personalities, Red Tiger Parrots quickly learn to recognize their owners and eagerly greet them at feeding time. Their intelligence and bold behavior make them a favorite among cichlid enthusiasts.
Our Red Tiger Parrot Cichlids are fully acclimated and feeding aggressively before shipment.
Size
- Approximately 3–4 inches
Scientific Name
Amphilophus citrinellus (Hybrid)
Origin
Aquacultured
Temperament
Semi-Aggressive
Difficulty
Beginner to Intermediate
Adult Size
Up to 8–10 inches
Recommended Aquarium
- Minimum 75 gallons
- Larger aquariums recommended for communities of larger cichlids
Diet
Readily accepts:
- Premium cichlid pellets
- Frozen shrimp
- Bloodworms
- Krill
- Earthworms
- Other high-protein foods
A varied diet will help maintain vibrant coloration.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 76–82°F
- pH: 6.8–7.8
- Moderate water flow
- Strong biological filtration recommended
Compatibility
Suitable tank mates include:
- Oscars
- Severums
- Larger Geophagus
- Larger Plecos
- Silver Dollars
- Other similarly sized Central and South American cichlids
Avoid housing with very small fish or overly aggressive species.
Shipping
- Professionally packed in insulated shipping boxes.
- Live Arrival Guarantee available according to our shipping policy.
- Fish may appear lighter in color immediately after shipping but will regain their vibrant coloration once acclimated.
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These fish arrived healthy and lively. They were stressed from the shipping so when I first unpacked them they didn't look red at all but a few hours in the aquarium and they colored right up, they also ate Vibra bites within a few hours. I'm thinking of getting a few more to cut down on the aggression of one of them.
Thank you, Alina! Glad to hear the Red Tiger Parrots settled in so quickly and colored right up after the trip. Eating Vibra Bites within just a few hours is an awesome sign! They look great in the tank too. Really appreciate you sharing the video and your experience with us!