{"product_id":"blue-tiger-parrot-cichlid-adult","title":"Blue Tiger Parrot Cichlid Adult","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"483\" data-start=\"231\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Blue Tiger Parrot Cichlid is a striking freshwater fish known for its bold black tiger striping over a shimmering blue-silver body. With its rounded parrot-like shape, expressive eyes, and vibrant coloration, this eye-catching cichlid makes a dramatic centerpiece in larger aquariums.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"514\" data-start=\"511\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"183\" data-start=\"68\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"804\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003cbr data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"604\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"652\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 years\u003cbr data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"693\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons minimum\u003cbr data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76–82°F\u003cbr data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"756\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"763\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"774\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e✔ Best kept with similarly sized tank mates\u003cbr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e✔ Provide caves and structure for territory\u003cbr data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e✔ Strong filtration required\u003cbr data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e✔ Weekly water changes recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e✔ Avoid very small or timid fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003eThey can become territorial as they mature, especially during breeding behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1086\" data-start=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1100\" data-start=\"1088\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"869\" data-start=\"587\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003eBlue Tiger Parrot Cichlids are omnivores:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eHigh-quality cichlid pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eFrozen or live bloodworms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eKrill\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eOccasional vegetable-based foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eA varied diet helps maintain strong coloration and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1163\" data-start=\"1105\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFun Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1686\" data-start=\"1413\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• They are a hybrid cichlid variety.\u003cbr data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003e• Their bold striping gives them the “tiger” name.\u003cbr data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e• Known for having strong personalities and recognizing their owners.\u003cbr data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e• Can live nearly a decade with proper care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaticscapes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44848497098854,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/5055\/5750\/files\/ChatGPTImageFeb26_2026_06_16_26PM.png?v=1772155115","url":"https:\/\/aquaticscapesco.com\/products\/blue-tiger-parrot-cichlid-adult","provider":"Aquaticscapes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}