Get Blood Parrots. Here's Why.

What makes Blood Parrot Cichlid so great? Watch to find out!
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Blood Parrot Care Sheet:
Care Level: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Size: Up to 8″
Minimum Tank Size: 30 Gallons
Diet: Pellets & Flake Food
Tank Mates: Wide variety including peaceful community fish, cichlids and even predators.
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[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Do you keep Blood Parrots? Share your blood parrots name and their behavior/your experience down below so others can have a read! Dedicated Blood Parrot Food: amzn.to/2Algdfr

[@jeremiah1513]

Do a video about C328

[@moss6139]

I have a male and a female. Blubby and Blobbie. I put some food on my finger and Blubby jumps up and takes some food and gives it to his wife Blobbie. They are adorable

[@moss6139]

They don’t even fight with the smaller fish I have in my tank even though they can fit in their mouth. They also follow me around the tank

[@noname-br5lo]

Mine is name is Scooby he hides all day and runs away all the time only comes out to eat

[@jennifermartin8497]

What size tank you have

[@riffsliftsandfishfan3401]

I remember when my non hobbyist friend called my parrot a weird looking goldfish.

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

I was watching a video about goldfish by one of those scienceinsider channels. A few million views on that video. And they showed blood parrots in some scenes thinking they are goldfish hahahaha

[@riffsliftsandfishfan3401]

@@SGBeardedAquarist hmmmm I think I've seen that specific video before. It was like a compilation of short clips I think.

[@aliceinwundrland]

@@SGBeardedAquarist that's so funny!

[@missblueberrycsgo7945]

So did my mother 😂😂😂

[@holyrosary1322]

This is funny😁😁😁

[@alexiaalbiezengenius9941]

I've been keeping all sorts of fish since I was in kindergarten and I couldn't agree more with you on the fact that blood parrot's characters make them so likeable, it's like having a pet dog in your aquarium.

[@jacquiarmando]

Mine is so needy. Lol wants my attention constantly. When, I can't always be around he's turning pale. Depressed maybe. When I give him cuddles with my hands he brightens in color. I love them.

[@jamiefox1045]

I’ve got one that will turn 12 years old this year, he is such a joy to keep

[@MetalheaD_PRIME]

Man i know this is a blood parrot video but that flowerhorn is beautiful

[@17med72]

Agreed

[@ninhdinh9763]

Also has a lot of things In their mind

[@tanayshubham8437]

I have a heart shaped parrot.......didnt know about this fact that time...thanks

[@dragonempress8367]

Cute

[@datoc9065]

Just so you know as babies their tail was cut off along with their skin with a pair of scissors and no pain killers but other than that they are cool I guess

[@0percentskill542]

Deformed blood parrot fish... Really mine aren’t deformed, they just look happy

[@balmeoanthonyray2275]

Heart-shaped mangled parrot fish. Stop animal cruelty. Fish keeping is supposed to be for good positive vibes.

[@Ceres4S2D1]

​@@balmeoanthonyray2275 Yeah. The hybrid results are one thing, but cutting off the tail? No thanks.

[@downstairsaquarium6670]

Alright alright you talked me into it lol. Just picked up my two juvenile blood parrots, Dale and Brennan, a little over a month ago. They are quite entertaining to watch, I cant wait until their personalities develop further!

[@bandolierboy1908]

You’re gonna love them. Spoil them if you can, and they’ll be the best companions ever

[@17med72]

What!?! I saw ur video along time ago i didn’t know u got the idea from here

[@kweenkashmereiman]

😆😆😆😆welcome to the blood parrots parents family

[@justforfido]

stepbrothers ... :)

[@soulwebster2284]

Quality names mate 😂

[@georgeallen8665]

I have one 10 inch blood parrot called peaches, it has more personality than my Oscar and has the cutest chubby face

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Does peaces live with your Oscar? Do they get along or are there occasional fights?

[@MyOnlyCommentIs]

@@SGBeardedAquarist how old?

[@bronxink149]

thats mines name too

[@meriahjones8574]

I named mine peaches a couple years ago to he passed away sadly 🥺🍑💔

[@insertnamehere5146]

I had one and it lived on its own. it was a lovely fish and incredibly friendly. It used to be constantly keeping a eye on me. I recommend them as a pet that will acquire a little personality the longer you own

[@ephraimcampos5232]

They definitely watchin u bro lol , they watch me while I’m watching tv then when I get close to the tank they swim towards me wagging their back fin as if there were puppies wagging their tails

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

🤣🤣🤣

[@nicholassaquatics5645]

I just got mine 3 days ago so it hides unless it’s feeding time is that normal

[@ephraimcampos5232]

Nicholas's Aquatics he might be a Lil timid get another smaller fish

[@nicholassaquatics5645]

Ephraim Campos I do have a baby convict and the blood parrot it’s still a baby and I did not know if it was just the blood parrot getting used to his new tank or what

[@nicholassaquatics5645]

Ephraim Campos and also 2 baby turtles

[@bandolierboy1908]

My blood parrot comes to the surface to greet me. He’ll watch me play video games, he’ll dance when I play guitar, and he plays with the magnetic tank cleaner. He’s the best fish ever

[@OKshesagail]

Do you have just one? Is he lonely? I’m getting one for my sister and not sure if I need to get a school or not

[@bandolierboy1908]

@@OKshesagail yeah I have just one. He does great in his own, but that’s partly because I give him a lot of personal care and attention. Blood parrot chichlids can do well on their own or with others, but make sure you buy them at the same time from the same tank.

[@OKshesagail]

@@bandolierboy1908 thank you!

[@Zenith07]

@@OKshesagail careful getting another 1, i have 2 on my 20 gallon, and i always end up putting the bully on the bucket or a plastic box of 20 gal, my blood parrot is healing alone in the aquarium rn, its going to take 3 weeks so far its already 1 week and the fins are growing back again. Cant afford a bigger tank

[@apreil4821]

@@OKshesagail I have 2 one of the parrots likes to bully the other but it isn’t too bad. No injuries so far. Their also paired with Albino Oscars.

[@cleanserofnoobs4162]

I watched a video of a blood parrot that was absolutely in love playing with the owners hand. It would even let itself get grabbed and get finger massages. So cute!

[@jillmcgrath3581]

Mine nips at me if I put my hand near it's cave.

[@17med72]

@@jillmcgrath3581 well that took a turn

[@thatboy3930]

@@jillmcgrath3581 Mine hates when I try moving things in the tank, especially around their cave. Their biggest enemy is the siphon.

[@ambiguousaesthetic4170]

You have such a calming voice and engaging way of speaking! And all the shots in this are an absolute pleasure to watch. Definitely gonna sub

[@laurieblack3996]

I've had parrots for many years. They have such cute personalities. Fun fish!

[@carocaro101]

I’ve been considering these guys for awhile. Ever since I got into the hobby my little brother has been begging for me to get one of the “smiley face fish”. Thanks for the informative video about these guys! Seems like one might actually be a good fit for my planted community!

[@bandolierboy1908]

They’re great fish and you’ll grow to love them over time. Upgrade the tank as they get older, and max out at 60 gallons to keep them happy

[@SouDeePop]

Wow nice! I always see baby blood parrots at fish shops and love to play with them.. Love interacting with them to the point that I actually wanted to get a couple. Did NOT know they get so big. Looks like I will make this a goal once I have room for a 100 gal. You also gave me good ideas for stocking and planting. Video is going in my likes and favorites for future reference. Awesome!

[@rhondasmith1607]

Thanks! I wish all videos were this nice to watch!

[@ImehSmith]

Why would anyone not love them, they are SO CUUUTE 💗💗🤗🤗

[@squirlis1189]

Your fish are literally adorable

[@chassidycribb8598]

I love them they do have a lot of personality

[@bhen2753]

so cool! Love the video how you put some sort of story behind everything. Thank you! Subscribed!

[@LisaSpangenberg]

I used to have blood parrots and loved them so much.

[@gvsunurse02]

We love our 2 Parrots! ❤️ They have such wonderful personalities!

[@betsiecrother1443]

This video was fantastic! Thank you so much!!

[@TheSinisterFiles]

Awesome video definitely getting one tomorrow!

[@Moosig_Wald]

Such incredible fish. My cichlid is very smart. I see him actively trying to figure out what I want from him when I teach new tricks. My favorite fish I have ever kept. Easily with the most personality I have kept.

[@jackanddan]

We have had parrots for many years and we love them....we have a huge school of clowns with pure too and they are great together....nice video....

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Thanks Jack and Dan. Throw in some tiger barbs!

[@fortheloveoftheanimalz]

Just bought one tonight. Thank you. It's all I really neded to convince me. Their personality at my work won me over. :) and tamago

[@shakillsoriano2454]

Thank you for making this video It really helped me understand more about parrot cichlids.

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

You're welcomed!

[@smil3s33]

I had a blood red parrot fish when I was younger and I fell in love with it. I didn't know much about them but that didn't matter to me at the time. I recently purchased a polar parrot fish who i have with a retail shark. They get along quite well so far.

[@primordial7486]

This video make me fall in love with blood parrot.. cute personality, amazing color, cute shape with a smol mouth and a big eyes... love it.

[@anuvijays558]

I love blood parrots. It makes my aquarium so beautiful!

[@morgangraham3396]

I LOVE my blood parrot~! He's so personable. He comes to give me little nibbles. 100% my favorite fish

[@jadamont39]

Perrot is a real pet. It is simply adorable. It can become one of your best friend.

[@matteld3179]

I own 4 of these fellas and I can tell they have different personalities they sure get jealous when a new a fish enters the tank, but in a few minutes they calm down they are sweethearts when eating or playing.

[@garfieldthekamfa7627]

Definitely gonna get some cute looking blood parrots after watching this! Looking forward to more videos on Flowerhorn/Kamfa!! :D

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Flowerhorn vid will be the one after next but the next video will definitely be related to and have lots of flowerhorns and kamfas in it! As for convict cichlids, i find they are the most aggressive as far as aggression to size ratio. And powerful for their size. But if we dont account for their dwarfed stature, many fish will overpower them (but they will still hold their own most of the time)

[@savagetone8398]

buying 3 tomorrow thanks 😊

[@kristiesori579]

They have such awesome personalities .. it’s true .. they’re super smart ❤

[@brianlam153]

I really love your fish tank its so simple and I also like how you mix so many types of other species like the turtle🐢❤️ so cute. Plus your FH is so beautiful I love it❤️☺️

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Thank you :)

[@tonialenza6833]

They are so cuuuuute

[@noneofyourbusiness731]

Aww I enjoyed this video so much. I have 2 baby blood parrot fish. I love them even more after watching this🥰

[@pets9230]

I will get some of these . thank you for sharing

[@GlamFreddyhusband]

All the pet fish deserves love

[@kewpiemayobaby]

I’ve been keeping fancy goldfish for awhile now and have wanted to expand my aquarium portfolio. Blood parrots and parrot cichlids in general caught my eye (because they looked like weird goldfish to me at first lol) and after watching this, wow! They remind me so much of goldies. Both are personable and beautifully colored. I hope to get some of these once I get a new tank :)

[@AidaPerez-li3br]

Very beautiful,I need them ,I really enjoyed learning from them,thank you for this n knowledge,I'll definitely getting at least 2❤❤

[@plushpossum]

I've been thinking about adding some Blood Parrots to my 125 gallon tank for about a couple months. You just convinced me!!!!!!! Thanks for a great video!!!!

[@destriataylor5420]

plushpossum I have 7 in my 125!!!

[@plushpossum]

@@destriataylor5420 Heehee!!!! That was 2 years ago and I have 5 now!! I love them!! Even my husband (who knows NOTHNIG about fish!!) enjoys them. Who wouldn't??? They are fabulous fish!!! They get along with all of my other fish. They don't bully, but they stand up for themselves.

[@HarrisonHanson-hy7or]

I love em! Their my favorite cichlid

[@slickchick5811]

I've got jumbo parrots.All interactive,amazing and intelligent. Diff personalities, too.

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Jumbo parrots is another name for king kong parrots? Or is this something else?

[@miyoshimoore7417]

This is a beautiful fish.

[@jenxu2]

I'm thinking about getting blood red parrots. I really love how they look and act in the store.

[@17med72]

The yellow ones turn red when they grow up

[@carmen.crivera8594]

OOMG THEY R BEAUTIFUL FISHES LUV LUV LUV THM !!!

[@jimgowac5789]

Great video very knowledgeable love your channel best on KZbin

[@jillmcgrath3581]

I have two blood parrots. One with blue eyes and the other gold. They are so much fun! My larger of the two has taken over a Cichlid cave and stands guard 24/7. The other could care less if he/she has a cave or not. Their personalities are so different. I have them in a tank with Angels, Silver dollar, Killies and a Sailfin Pleco. They all do well together. I find them to be very interactive and smart!

[@bcain3729]

You nailed it with smart. I've had dogs harder to train than mine. He got aggressive during feeding a while back. Got the net out and did a little chasing of my own. He pouted for a day. Hasn't chased another fish since and is back to being my buddy. Seems to make the rest of my fish more comfortable with me too since he's not skittish or shy at all.

[@mandymoore5774]

I love blood parrots! Super passives for a cichlids too

[@amazingaquaticsandexotics3030]

great vid

[@makiarn777]

I have six. Use to have 7. They are the reason why I always wanted a larger tank.

[@kishor5389]

My first fish was a blood parrot and he lived for 11 years I remembered crying like for 2 days when he died as he was like a friend to me as he always played with my hand and the fact that he was with me for 11 years 🙁I truly recommend this guys but the only downside is that you will be very sad when they die because of their personality and the bond you have created with them.

[@soshification]

Both blood parrot and flowerhorn make great pets

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Its so awesome your blood parrot played with your hand. Gamora is always scared of mine. Im sure your blood parrot lived a good life! 11 years is a testimony to the care it received

[@kishor5389]

@@SGBeardedAquarist haha yeah it took about 5 years for it to trust me tho

[@kakakid22]

11 years thats great you have must been taken good care of the guy. Their personality is so awesome man some of them are shy but others are way more warmer. I also have 4 of them ^_^

[@kishor5389]

@@kakakid22 yep if you put your hand in the tank when they are feeding they will get used to you and will have way more of their personality shown

[@monicasawyer9015]

Wow I have 10 parrots! I didn't know that my oldest is 15 year's old but all my have their tails. I love these fish

[@celgibson7219]

I love my blood parrots. Good video

[@crescentmoon4344]

I LOVE THEM ❤

[@himabindhuaddicted7539]

I love hybrids! Especially cichlid hybrids

[@seanhickey4788]

My favorite fish I’ve ever had. Smart, can go with pretty much any other fish aside from cardinal tetras and hyper aggressive fish like dovii. I’ve had mine with large tetras to a Jack Dempsey and it’s always been the boss.

[@kathleenquinn-brauer7525]

Your video was extremely helpful for me, I'm setting up a 29 gallon tank now .. And I will be the adding the fish in a couple weeks. After watching your video I believe I'm going to downside the number of fish. Ty

[@andrewdee8435]

Terrific video!!! These guys are hybrids but I love their personalities!!! Big kids or goofy geniuses.🤔😁

[@paulparnitzke7659]

Great job

[@s.g3452]

Yes, I too feel they are watching me.

[@wendymccracken3353]

I love love love my blood parrots. They have the best personalities and always make me smile. They are even the peacemakers between my kissing gromies. ❤️

[@lagthical9867]

Liked the vid before i even watched😂 thanks for the vid

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Hahahaha!

[@mrswiggles2012]

i have 6 in a 125g. Love them. I was really surprised to see them with the red eared slider! Wow. I never really liked tiger barbs cuz they are mean, LOL..But with blood parrots, that looks really awesome. Gave me something to think about, thank you.

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

They're such a great tank mate for the red eared slider because they are very aware and defend themselves but yet cannot hurt the turtle. Dont forget the clown loaches for the full combo

[@peterposey57]

What a waste of a 125

[@carsandkoi]

The heart versions, as well as the tattoed ones always make me cringe. Ive never been a fan of Parrots but I can appreciate their interactions with their owners.

[@glenhanley9918]

I didnt like these originally. But now there the best fish I ever had. They actually feed from my hand.

[@anaiszapata6572]

I love the blood parrot very much my son he is only 12 he has his own tank with 2 parrot jack demsay, green terror, they get along well thanks for this video!💕

[@misodinamosa]

I love Blood Parrots, they’re so cute!

[@1uhot426]

0:47 them jumping the turtle lol

[@derekw9608]

Always been a fan of tanks, but it's been quite awhile since I've had one. A little over a month ago I got a steal on a 75 gallon bow front. A pair of blood reds were the first fish I got. My 4 year old twin nephews were the ones that actually picked them out at the pet store lol I love them. Everytime I walk through the livingroom I can feel their eyes on me. Got a new fish today and was taking pictures and they were right in front of my camera Everytime I tried taking a picture of the new fish lol

[@underthebus5801]

Thank you for showing us compatibility between Blood Parrots, Clown Loaches and Tiger Barbs. I want my 180 gallon to showcase these fish. 👍

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

You'll enjoy it for sure!

[@seekingthetruth9918]

I have a grown red one and two toddlers yellow and white . They awesome and like to interact with you specially when u feed them .

[@shraddha4848]

They're happy, their cute, they're playful

[@harisultan99]

i have this fish. when i first bought it, the funny face make me laugh for hours

[@millefolium9303]

We have one, it quickly became the kids' favourite fish and they named it Blubbi. Blubbi will spend alot of time watching us, especially when we are having dinner, she will just hang out and hope for attention. The kids will play peeekaboo with her and run from one side of the tank to the other and Blubbi follows😅 always with that goofy smile. The kids had their own fishtank with small community fish for a while, but they lost interest. Blubbi is much more fun for them, with her personality and interest in engaging with us. And its nice to know that we can keep Blubbi as a pet for many years to come❤

[@eonbree8593]

personally i have such a soft spot for blood parrots. it was the third fish as a fish keeper that i owned and i did really like it... for the short time i had it, i rehomed it to my friend who had a much bigger tank. one day i will love to get myself one more blood parrot, tho one of my pond buddies dosent like that its a hybrid

[@sudarshankulkarni6]

Wonderful video

[@valeriedrzewiecki663]

I work at a grocery store that sells fish and we have a blood parrot with black marks in the shape of a smile. Its the cutest damn thing and i cant wait to move so i can get a huge tank and save him from the crowded tank hes in now

[@himlolo]

The black marks are most likely a disease.

[@makaylastevens1715]

Black marks can be normal very young before they get color. It can also mean the fish is stressed

[@bedstuyreefer2nash547]

Great video the parrots are great and I love the turtle 🤗

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Thanks Richard.

[@cindyhargan7844]

@@SGBeardedAquarist what kind of turtle is that? I have a painted turtle in a 20 gallon tank that was found as a tiny baby a couple months ago. He's now about 3 inches long. What do you recommend for a filter for that? I have to change out the hob weekly on his tank because it gets nasty.

[@bcain3729]

I love my parrot! Rank up there with Oscars as far as personality. Makes a great community fish. Mine goes well with my angels, severum, and blue acara. I'd highly recommend getting one. Good video..he nailed it.

[@TheSfsdfds]

Just purchased my first 2 a few days ago. Mitch and Murray. They are very curious but still very shy.

[@mohamadafiffauzan3416]

yes, always hiding in the powerhead filter

[@sandsand6510]

Nice video

[@patrickkonkle7701]

I have one blood parrot Buford, he is in a tank with 9 polar blue parrots an angle, 2 electric blue rams, 9 harlequin roseboras and many assorted algae eaters and plecos. He is the most friendly and comical fish I own , he has a huge crush on my wife lol. I have just set up a 65 gal and a friend has 2 BPs he wants to get rid of so I think they have found a new home...Absolutely love these guys Patrick

[@philipherbert9298]

Hi just got some Blood Parrots, green mauve, orange. But hardly seen them, hiding all the time. Now my favourite fish. Love this you tube vid. Thank you

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Thanks man

[@Nemesis0513]

Green parrots are almost entirely dyed(with the exception of the muddy green-brownish ones, green crystals, and Kirin...). So are the vibrant purples.

[@georgieannaharp3553]

I absolutely adore my Parrot Cichlid. She is amazing!❤️

[@gladysmontero7186]

How will you know if is a female or male, I recently got one but don't know the sex?

[@georgieannaharp3553]

The head shape is more angled on the males. I know mine is a female because she lays eggs about every three or so weeks. Her name is Gogi and I have a Blue Convict named Min Min with her, they are buddies. Yes, I love Korean Dramas… don’t judge me lol.😜 My fish have become like my children🥰

[@gladysmontero7186]

Thank you!! I went straight to see at the aquarium,seems it's a male!! any suggestion on feeding? I got brine shrimp, I also see on comments it's good too feed cooked peas. I love how beautiful it is and thank 😊 you for your quick response, really appreciate it.👍

[@georgieannaharp3553]

@@gladysmontero7186 I am no expert by any means as the gentleman that runs this channel is a fountain of information. I only treat them with brine shrimp and in small amounts. I have heard it can cause bloat and is like candy to them. I feed mini pellets of Hikari brand cichlid food. It is a good food that is nutritious and helps enhance their natural orange color.😃

[@SockFullOfCatLitter]

MIne loves to play in the bubbles from the sponge filter I added. He loves it so much

[@CrazyAquariumGuy]

Great video. You made me want to keep them in my 175 Gallon. Subbed fellow fishlover 🎩👊

[@myly2966]

my boss has a 40 gallon 8 of them in his office, and i in charge of feeding them, they are so friendly and cute

[@Zenith07]

The things i love about them Personality - yes each of them have different personalities and react different on other situations, and yes they do have a mind of there own Interactive - very interactive on other fishes, tanks, plants or onto you Color - they change color over time, either growing up, showing if there healthy, stress, exhausted, happy or sleepy They lay on there sides when they sleep too, others say that theyre not doing well, sometimes blood parrots can sleep like that They stare at you - its kinda creepy but cute as well, sometimes if ur not aware and just sitting infront of the tank you will notice they will watch

[@husher5142]

depends, the dye 'wears' off and I strongly recommend not getting a dyed one. If you want a green one they have cross breeds that have a green body with black speckles around the fines - beautiful fish, without the risk of diseases.

[@elvinsworld11]

Good video bro.

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Thanks Elvin

[@surajshrirame143]

Awesome 👍

[@SGBeardedAquarist]

Thanks Suraj

[@plantvszomies1345]

im getting 2 soon!

[@tresapatton5924]

I have 2 blood parrots I love them 😊

[@intergalacticmuffin7071]

have 2 bubbles and buttercup and they are my favourite fish in the tank both little characters