Our Guide To Keeping Red King Kong Parrot Hybrid Cichlid Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Hybrid (originates from various Central American cichlids)
   • Common name: Red King Kong Parrot
   • Family: Cichlidae
   • Origin: Man-made hybrid (not found in the wild)
   • Adult length: 20 to 25 cm
   • Lifespan: 10 to 15 years
   • Diet: Omnivore
   • Care Level: Moderate
   • Temperament: Semi-aggressive

2. Tank Setup:

   • Red King Kong Parrots need a spacious aquarium with a minimum of 200L for a single adult, and more for multiple specimens.
   • Provide caves, driftwood, and smooth rocks to create hiding spots while keeping plenty of open swimming space.
   • Use soft, rounded substrate to avoid damage to their mouths when digging.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5.
   • Keep water temperature between 26 to 30°C (79 to 86°F).
   • Stable water quality with regular water changes is crucial to prevent stress and disease.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a strong and reliable filter, as Red King Kong Parrots are messy eaters and produce a lot of waste.
   • Moderate water flow is ideal to ensure oxygenation and circulation.

5. Diet:

   • Feed a varied diet of high-quality cichlid pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods such as bloodworms or brine shrimp.
   • Vegetable matter such as blanched spinach or peas can also be added to their diet.

6. Tank mates:

   • Best kept with other large, semi-aggressive fish such as Severums, Firemouths, or larger Plecos.
   • Avoid keeping with small, timid, or long-finned fish that may be bullied or nipped.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Red King Kong Parrots are active, intelligent, and often interact with their owners through the glass.
   • They can be territorial, especially during feeding or breeding, so provide adequate space and hiding places for tank mates.