Blue Polar Parrot - Semi Adult - Single

The Blue Polar Parrot (semi-adult) is a vibrant freshwater fish with a striking blue body and white accents. It has a rounded, beak-like mouth and flowing fins that give it an elegant appearance. At this stage, it is active and may be somewhat territorial. It thrives in a well-maintained tank with temperatures of 76°F to 82°F and a pH of 6.5 to 7.5. Feed it a varied diet of high-quality pellets and live or frozen foods.

Quick Factors

• Type: Freshwater hybrid cichlid
• Appearance: Rounded body, slightly protruding forehead, functional mouth
• Coloration: Metallic blue with darker blue/black stripes; may show lighter or white patches
• Size: 4–6 inches (up to 8 inches in some cases)
• Lifespan: 8–10 years with good care
• Tank Size: Minimum 30 gallons (pair), 50+ gallons for groups
• Water Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
• pH Range: 6.5–7.5
• Diet: Omnivore – pellets, flakes, frozen/live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), spirulina, blanched spinach
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive, territorial, especially when breeding
• Tank Setup: Sand/fine gravel substrate, rocks, caves, driftwood, hiding spots, strong filtration
• Tankmates (Compatible): Firemouth cichlids, severums, large tetras, gouramis, corydoras, clown loaches, bristlenose plecos
• Tankmates (Avoid): Guppies, small/delicate fish, very large predatory cichlids
• Breeding: Fertile; egg layers; both parents protect eggs/fry aggressively
• Care Level: Moderate – hardy but needs space and good water quality