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True Parrot Cichlid - (Hoplarchus psittacus)
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🐟 True Parrot Cichlid – (Hoplarchus psittacus) – Rare and Powerful Wild South American Cichlid

The True Parrot Cichlid (Hoplarchus psittacus) is a large, rare, and highly sought-after wild South American cichlid native to the Rio Orinoco and Rio Negro basins in Venezuela, Colombia, and Brazil. Unlike the man-made hybrid “blood parrot cichlid,” this is a true species found in nature, renowned for its robust build, metallic blue-green sheen, and unique parrot-like head shape. Known for its strength, intelligence, and territorial nature, the True Parrot Cichlid is considered one of the most impressive and prestigious fish in the hobby.


🔎 Quick Facts – True Parrot Cichlid (Hoplarchus psittacus)

  • 📛 Common Name: True Parrot Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Hoplarchus psittacus
  • 🌍 Origin: Orinoco and Rio Negro Basins – Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil
  • 🎨 Appearance: Stocky, deep-bodied fish with metallic blue-green scales and a parrot-like head profile
  • 📏 Max Size: 12–14 inches (30–36 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Very rare; prized among serious cichlid collectors

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Highly territorial and aggressive, especially when breeding
  • 🐟 Best kept with other large, equally robust cichlids
  • 🧠 Intelligent and responsive to keepers

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 125+ gallons for a pair
  • 🪵 Large driftwood, rockwork, and caves for territory and shelter
  • 🌊 Strong filtration for heavy waste output
  • 💡 Moderate lighting to bring out iridescent colors

💧 Water Parameters – True Parrot Cichlid Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 77–86°F (25–30°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 5.0–7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous

  • 🐟 High-quality cichlid pellets and sticks
  • 🦐 Frozen shrimp, krill, and bloodworms
  • 🌿 Vegetable matter such as peas, zucchini, and spirulina

📋 True Parrot Cichlid Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Orinoco & Rio Negro Basins – Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil
📏 Max Size 12–14 inches
😇 Temperament Aggressive, territorial
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 5.0–7.0
🌡️ Temperature 77–86°F
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous – pellets, shrimp, vegetables
🎯 Ideal For Experienced large cichlid keepers

✨ Highlight:
The True Parrot Cichlid is a wild-caught South American giant with a powerful build, vivid coloration, and commanding presence — a true collector’s prize for serious cichlid enthusiasts.

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