PARROT FISH For Aquarium

Let’s know about parrotfish

Parrotfish is a popular fish for aquariums. The scientific name of the Parrotfish is Scaridae. The parrotfish is also known as parrot cichlid.

Parrotfish is a hybrid species that is made between the Midas cichlid and the Gold Severum. Parrotfish was first cultivated in Taiwan. Parrotfish is a freshwater fish and they are colorful. Parrot fish is an aggressive fish. So, keep them with other aggressive fishes. Don’t keep with other peaceful fish like Betta fish and guppy fish. Even they eat small tropical fish. So here we will discuss a few parameters that will give you an idea about the characteristics of Parrotfish;

  • Size: Parrot fish size depends on their species. The minimum size of parrot fish is 3 inches (8cm). The average size of parrot fish is 5 to 10 inches (12-25cm).
  • Coloration: Parrotfish are colorful. They have varied colors such as Orange, red, blue, yellow, green, and purple. 
  • Shape: It depends on their species. Parrot fish has a round face. Their mouth is like a beak. Their bodies are smooth and widen. Both male and female parrot fish have the same body shape.
  • Fin: parrot fish have several fins. Such as Dorsal Fin- which helps to parrot fish for balanced and stable in the water, Anal Fin- which helps to parrot fish for moving forward and changing direction, Pelvic Fins- which helps to parrot fish for swimming, Caudal Fin- which helps to parrot fish with speed control.

How to take care of a Parrot fish

Maintain proper water conditions for better health and well-being of Parrotfish. So here we will discuss how to keep the Parrotfish in the Aquarium and how to care for your Parrotfish:

  1. Temperature:  To keep the water temperature of Parrotfish in the aquarium is 75°-80°F (24-26°C). Use an aquarium heater to stabilize the water temperature. They live in warm water.
  2. pH level: The water pH level Should be 6.5-7.5. They prefer soft water. Remember the water pH level cannot be over 8.0.
  3. Water Hardness: They prefer soft water. The water hardness level should be 6-20dGH. Their body cannot support hard water.
  4. Oxygen level: Oxygen level is the key parameter for every aquatic fish. For mollies, the oxygen level should be 6-8ppm. Use an air pump, which produces bubbles that raise oxygen in the water.
  5. Filtration system:  Parrotfish are produced by more waste. Use a suitable filtration system to keep your tank clean, free from waste and harmful stuff, healthy, and well-oxygenated.
  6.  Water Changes: It depends on the aquarium size and the amount of Parrotfish. Changes water by 10% every week. It is important for Parrotfish health and well-being.

PARROTFISH FEEDING:

Fish feeding is an important part of every aquarium lover. If you are a beginner then you must be careful about fish and their feeding process.  Feeding them a small amount of food 2-3 times per day. Maintain a proper diet chart for Parrotfish including high-quality pallets and flakes, dried bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, vitamins, and proteins. Occasionally feed them some vegetables. Avoid overfeeding.

PARROTFISH TANK SIZE:

The tank size depends on the amount of Parrotfish. The minimum size of the tank is 30 gallons (113lt.) for one or two Parrotfish. For more than two Parrotfish the tank size should be 60-80 gallons (227-302lt.). Large tanks are crucial for free movement and swims.

Faqs:

1. How to take care of Parrotfish in a bowl?

Parrotfish take up more space. So, if your bowl is not over 50 gallons then don’t keep your parrotfish in the bowl.

2. How long do Parrotfish live?

Parrotfish can live six years. Parrot fish live more but it depends on their species and environment. It depends also on their taking care.

3. How many Parrotfish should be kept altogether?

Parrotfish have an aggressive nature. So, it depends on you how many parrotfish keep together. If the parrotfish size is small then you keep more than one (personal opinion).

4. What is the best food for Parrotfish?

The best foods for parrotfish are high-quality pallets and flakes, dried bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, vitamins, and proteins.