Home/Store/Fish In Stock
True Parrot Cichlid - (Hoplarchus psittacus)
+2

True Parrot Cichlid - (Hoplarchus psittacus)

5.0
2 reviews
Reviews from verified customers who have purchased products at this store.
$50.00
Wild Caught
was $60.00 Save 17%
Price of shipping is not included.
Size
Questions, Comments, Concerns? Let us know!
Enter your text
In stock: 1 available
1
Save this fish to my favorites.
Customer reviews
Reviews only from verified customers
Reviews are only accepted from verified customers who have signed in and purchased the products. This ensures that each review is based on genuine customer experiences. All reviews are checked before publication to prevent spam.
NORTH ARLINGTON,
United States
Aug 10, 2025
Wonderful service and selection
Show all 2 reviews
Share this product with your friends
ShareSharePin it
True Parrot Cichlid - (Hoplarchus psittacus)
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:

🐟 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
  • 🐟 Give your fish the best with the same high-quality nutrition we use every day! 🐟 At Jason’s Plecos & Cichlids, we feed a balanced mix of protein-rich and vegetable-based fish foods to keep our plecos, cichlids, and other tropical fish healthy, active, and thriving. These premium fish foods are specially formulated to enhance natural color, promote strong growth, and support long-term health—making them a trusted choice for aquarium hobbyists worldwide.
    • Fluval Bug Bites Pleco Formula
    • Fluval Bug Bites Tropical
    • Hikari Massivore Delight
    • Hikari Massivore Delight
  • 🐟 By purchasing through these links, you not only provide your fish with top-quality nutrition but also help support our mission to bring hobbyists the best in fish care. ✨ Click the links above to shop now and give your fish the nutrition they deserve! We earn a small commission for each sale.

📋 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.

Show More
Below are fish you may also like.
Wild Caught
Cobra Pike - (Crenicichla sp. Red Tapajos I)
Cobra Pike - (Crenicichla sp. Red Tapajos I)
Cobra Pike - (Crenicichla sp. Red Tapajos I)
Price of shipping is not included.
$100.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
LDA075 Xingu-antennesugemalle - (Ancistrus sp.)
LDA075 Xingu-antennesugemalle - (Ancistrus sp.)
LDA075 Xingu-antennesugemalle - (Ancistrus sp.)
Price of shipping is not included.
$25.00
Out of stock
Captive Bred
Red Devil Cichlid/Midas Cichlid/Midevil Cichlid - (Amphilophus Citrinellus)
Red Devil Cichlid/Midas Cichlid/Midevil Cichlid - (Amphilophus Citrinellus)
Red Devil Cichlid/Midas Cichlid/Midevil Cichlid - (Amphilophus Citrinellus)
Price of shipping is not included.
$90.00
Out of stock
Captive Bred
Grammodes Cichlid - (Chiapaheros grammodes)
Grammodes Cichlid - (Chiapaheros grammodes)
Grammodes Cichlid - (Chiapaheros grammodes)
Price of shipping is not included.
$35.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
L502 Sipaliwini Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia sp.)
L502 Sipaliwini Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia sp.)
L502 Sipaliwini Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia sp.)
Price of shipping is not included.
$45.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
Mesopotamian Spiny Eel - (Mastacembelus mastacembelus)
Mesopotamian Spiny Eel - (Mastacembelus mastacembelus)
Mesopotamian Spiny Eel - (Mastacembelus mastacembelus)
Price of shipping is not included.
$30.00
Out of stock
Captive Bred
Redtail Catfish - (Phractocephalus Hemioliopterus)
Redtail Catfish - (Phractocephalus Hemioliopterus)
Redtail Catfish - (Phractocephalus Hemioliopterus)
Price of shipping is not included.
was $30.00
Save 17%
$25.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
L164 Maze Pleco - (Pterygoplichthys sp.)
L164 Maze Pleco - (Pterygoplichthys sp.)
L164 Maze Pleco - (Pterygoplichthys sp.)
Price of shipping is not included.
$50.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
Otocinclus sp. (2)
Otocinclus sp. (2)
Otocinclus sp. (2)
Price of shipping is not included.
$30.00
Out of stock
Captive Bred
Indo Datnoid - (Datnioides microlepis)
Indo Datnoid - (Datnioides microlepis)
Indo Datnoid - (Datnioides microlepis)
Price of shipping is not included.
was $800.00
Save 13%
$700.00
Out of stock
Captive Bred
Cuckoo Catfish - (Synodontis Multipunctatus)
Cuckoo Catfish - (Synodontis Multipunctatus)
Cuckoo Catfish - (Synodontis Multipunctatus)
Price of shipping is not included.
$30.00
Out of stock
Wild Caught
L258 White Spotted Hog Pleco - (Parancistrus sp.)
L258 White Spotted Hog Pleco - (Parancistrus sp.)
L258 White Spotted Hog Pleco - (Parancistrus sp.)
Price of shipping is not included.
$35.00
Out of stock
  • Search for Fish
  • My Account
  • Track Orders
  • Favorite Fish.
  • Fish Shopping Bag
Powered by Lightspeed
Display prices in:USD
Skip to main content
ENES
Menu
Home
Shop For Fish
Terms & Conditions/FAQ
Shipping & Payments
About Us
Contact Us
© Jasons Plecos & Cichlids LLC 2017-2025
Language:
ENES
Terms & ConditionsPrivacy PolicyShipping & Payment InfoReturn PolicyQuarantine Your FishReport abuse
Powered by Lightspeed