Description
🐟 Platinum Polar Cichlid
📌 Basic Info
Scientific Name: Hybrid (Blood Parrot × Convict Cichlid)
Family: Cichlidae
Origin: Man-made hybrid (not found in wild)
Size: 4 – 6 inches (10 – 15 cm)
Lifespan: 8 – 10 years
Tank Zone: Mid to Bottom
🌊 Water Parameters
TDS: 150 – 250 ppm
pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Temperature: 24 – 28°C (75 – 82°F)
Hardness: 6 – 12 dGH
🐟 Characteristics
Known for their shiny platinum-white or pearl coloration.
Compact, round body with short face (like polar parrots).
Peaceful to semi-aggressive – less aggressive than most large cichlids.
Can form pairs and breed with other hybrids.
Hardy and suitable for beginner to intermediate fishkeepers.
🍽️ Food
Type: Omnivorous
Diet: High-quality cichlid pellets, flakes, frozen/live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), vegetables (peas, spinach, zucchini).
Feeding: 1–2 times daily in small amounts.
🛠️ Maintenance
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons for a pair. Larger if keeping a community.
Filtration: Strong filtration – they produce a fair amount of waste.
Decor: Provide caves, rocks, driftwood, and some sturdy/artificial plants.
Water Change: 25–30% weekly.
👥 Social Behavior
Minimum Group Size: Can be kept singly, in pairs, or small groups.
Tank Mates: Compatible with other medium-sized peaceful cichlids, parrot cichlids, severums, angelfish, silver dollars, plecos.
Avoid: Tiny community fish (like guppies, tetras) and overly aggressive cichlids.
✅ Do’s
Keep in a spacious tank with hiding places.
Maintain stable water parameters.
Offer a varied diet for good color and health.
❌ Don’ts
Don’t overcrowd the tank – may cause aggression.
Don’t house with very small fish (risk of being eaten).
Don’t keep in poor filtration setups.
⭐ Quick Tips
Their platinum-white color makes them stand out as centerpiece fish.
Easier to manage than many aggressive cichlids.
A good choice for hobbyists who want a beautiful hybrid cichlid in their tank
