Parrotfish can be kept in a mixed-species tank, but some conditions for mixed cultivation and suitable fish species need to be noted.
Fish Species Suitable for Mixed Cultivation with Parrotfish
Silver Arowana: Both silver arowanas and parrotfish are tropical fish, and they have similar requirements for water quality and temperature. Keeping them together is worry-free. One swims in the middle layer of the water, and the other swims at the bottom layer, not interfering with each other and getting along harmoniously.
Oscar Fish: Oscar fish have a gentle temperament and are not picky eaters. However, to avoid fierce food competition, it is best to feed them separately. When they are of a similar size to parrotfish, they can coexist peacefully.
Fortune Fish: Fortune fish have a gentle temperament and will not actively attack other fish. When mixed with parrotfish, the red color of the red fortune fish and the red color of the parrotfish make a very beautiful combination.
Flowerhorn Cichlid: Both flowerhorn cichlids and parrotfish are relatively fierce fish. However, raising them together from a young age can make them get used to each other's presence and reduce fighting.
Giant Gourami: There is no pressure when giant gouramis are mixed with mini parrotfish, and they get along well.
Denison Barbs: When denison barbs are mixed with mini parrotfish, as long as there is enough space and hiding places and aquatic plants are provided, they can also live in harmony.
Precautions for Mixed Cultivation
Space Requirements: Ensure that the aquarium is spacious enough to avoid fights caused by tight space. When mixing fish from different water layers, there should be enough space and hiding places.
Food Allocation: Avoid fierce food competition. You can feed them separately or prepare enough food to ensure that each fish can get its share.
Observation of Interaction: Although raising them together from a young age can reduce fighting, it is still necessary to observe their situation frequently. If there are signs of fighting, measures should be taken in a timely manner.