Can a red parrot fish live in a 20 gallon tank?
Posted on Sep 04, 2008 under gallon fish |I have a 20 gallon fish tank which I just finished cycling and now I am trying to find a fish or a community of fish that's best for it.
I was thinking a dwarf gourami before and neon tetras but then I saw this red parrot fish and they are so cute. I know they grew huge and they won't be all happy in a 20 gallon tank. But I was thinking if maybe I can fit 1-2 and then add 2-3 more dwarf gouramis and maybe 5-6 tetras. Are they compatible with each other? overstocked?
I would very much appreciate if you can suggest how many and what kind of fish I can put in and also live plants too. Thanks!
Tankmates
Should you choose to purchase one, care should be taken when choosing tank mates. They should not be kept with aggressive fish, as they are not well equipped to compete for food or turf in the aquarium. Owners have kept them successfully in community tanks with a variety of peaceful fish. Mid sized tetras, danios, angelfish, and catfish are all good possible tank mates.
Habitat
Their habitat should be roomy and provide plenty of hiding places, so they can set up their own territory. Rocks, driftwood, and clay pots on their sides are good options. Like other cichlids they will dig in the gravel, so choose a substrate that is not too rough. Temperature should be maintained at about 80. Lower temperatures will result in the loss of color. The pH should be 6.8, and the water soft. Lighting should be subdued. Water changes should be performed twice a month.
Diet
Blood Parrots will eat a variety of foods including flake, live, frozen, and freeze dried foods. Sinking foods are easier for them to eat than floating foods. Most owners report bloodworms and live brine shrimp as a favorite treat. Foods high in b-carotene and canthaxanthin will help maintain their vibrant colors.
Good luck!
June 2nd, 2007 at 8:03 am
yes.
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June 2nd, 2007 at 8:03 am
does your parrot fish fly?…………
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mine does
June 2nd, 2007 at 8:08 am
if white people can live in the ghetto then a bird can live in a fish tank.
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June 2nd, 2007 at 8:09 am
Tankmates
Should you choose to purchase one, care should be taken when choosing tank mates. They should not be kept with aggressive fish, as they are not well equipped to compete for food or turf in the aquarium. Owners have kept them successfully in community tanks with a variety of peaceful fish. Mid sized tetras, danios, angelfish, and catfish are all good possible tank mates.
Habitat
Their habitat should be roomy and provide plenty of hiding places, so they can set up their own territory. Rocks, driftwood, and clay pots on their sides are good options. Like other cichlids they will dig in the gravel, so choose a substrate that is not too rough. Temperature should be maintained at about 80. Lower temperatures will result in the loss of color. The pH should be 6.8, and the water soft. Lighting should be subdued. Water changes should be performed twice a month.
Diet
Blood Parrots will eat a variety of foods including flake, live, frozen, and freeze dried foods. Sinking foods are easier for them to eat than floating foods. Most owners report bloodworms and live brine shrimp as a favorite treat. Foods high in b-carotene and canthaxanthin will help maintain their vibrant colors.
Good luck!
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June 2nd, 2007 at 9:42 am
A beautiful fish. Generally a parrot fish should not be kept in tanks smaller than 35 gallons, 55+ gallons is preferred.
The fish may be kept in tanks as small as 20 gallons, but it will never reach full size
Check the link for more info on this fishhttp://www.indiapets.com/fishes/species/fh012.htm
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June 2nd, 2007 at 5:56 pm
What Mantra said!
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