Derp Fish! aka Blood Parrot Care Guide

‎ The blood parrot is a popular fish because of its unique shape, color, and small mouth.

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At Aquarium Co-Op, we focus on your aquariums. We specialize in freshwater tropical fish, aquatic plants, and the overall betterment of the freshwater fish keeping hobby. Our goal is to help you with your first pet fish and graduate you to an advanced aquarium hobbyist. If you'd like to take it to the next level, subscribe to Aquarium Co-Op and check out our weekly videos.

Cory McElroy is employed by Aquarium Co-Op LLC. He also owns Aquarium Co-Op LLC. Therefore, all content is sponsored by Aquarium Co-Op.

0:00 - Blood parrot cichlid behavior
1:12 - Blood parrot cichlid feeding
2:17 - Blood parrot cichlid tank size
2:50 - Blood parrot cichlid water parameters
3:02 - Care guide summary

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[munafruit]

ethical concerns notwithstanding, i love blood parrots tbh. they are super personable, they have such great personalities and i think they're just adorable.

[brianarreguin]

Just got my first order from the co-op yesterday. Your customer service is second to none!! Thanks for everything you've done for the fish keeping hobby Corey and team!!

[YurinanAcquiline]

Cory, "They can't eat other fish."
Me * flashbacks to adorable red parrot fish chomping on rainbow shark*
Me, "OK. Sure..."

[Jeff.Spacek]

I used to have one that enjoyed eating ghost shrimp by pining them up against the glass. I love these fish, so much character. Thanks for putting them in the spotlight!

[Ziggy]

I was going to get a parrot next week and this video is exactly what I needed to hear. Thanks Cory.

[kimc]

Had 3 together in a 125...the aggression is real. I had a male and two females and they formed a pair & did lay infertile eggs about 4 times. The third parrot had to stay on the far sides of the aquarium. The last female was 15+ years & very personable. She always knew where I was in the room and would be watching and following best she could. I was more sad for her then most after she passed. Like a little puppy.

[rantsandreviews]

Thanks for giving the Derp some love. I keep 3 different types...Standard Blood Parrot, King Kong, and Red Ingot. They all do great in my new planted 115.

[nobodyinparticular]

“They don’t really dig a lot”

To everyone watching, yes they do dig a lot. It’s a way for them to make their own territory. If you own a blood parrot, please give it sand.

[suzannebascara]

"They cant eat other fish"

Fireball: observe.

[Erebis]

Since you asked for ideas on future topics, I would like to see a show on what types of rocks and what they do to the water parameters and also types of woods for freshwater tanks. I have come to hate Dragon Stone due to the flaking. Love your videos and all the tips you give!

[markrokycky]

Hi Cory. Last video you mentioned only 1 in 10 products you test make it into your shelves. Myself along with other people would love to see you review these products into a video. I've seen many YouTubers- not necessarily fish YouTubers test products on there videos- which get a lot of views. Just a recommendation, otherwise keep doing what you're doing. Wish we had such a good store in CT

[BennyFlamenco]

I really love these guides! Life happened, with family and all wonders it comes with, so now I starting to build up my knowledge of keeping fish again. Been away from this hobby for several years now, feels like I'm back on square one... More of these guides please!

[heatherhanson]

I have two .. got them when juvies.. and they get along great... now about a year old and are awesome fish.. they do love to have caves to hide and sleep in. I am glad u gave the BPs some love ..

[nik]

Best fish I've ever had. So much personality.

[ClownWorldRebel]

I have juvenile Red Parrots, they have had no problem eating. They eat pellets, baby shrimp and blood worms without issue. I absolutely adore my babies they are funny to watch and have huge personalities.

[CharleysAquaticNook]

Blood parrots are GREAT fish to keep!! Love this channel! 👍

[fishiontanktics]

Love how they hunt for shrimp! And it Live food! I’ve had many that sleep under rocks and will lay on its side and sleep or hide. Great personalities! Always live plants!

[jp_zen]

Awesome video! I cant get enough of my parrot; so much personality.. Although, mine goes crazy for frozen bloodworms lol cheers!

[bjdonohue]

Have u seen fireball he's on YouTube.

[CJBlack]

Blood parrots: the mules of the aquarium hobby 💕👍 (btw, I like mules)