parrots losing their color

[fishman61]

I noticed that 2 of my parrots color are fading from orange to a light white/pink color. I raised the temp from 79 to 82 degrees. Any suggestions on how to restore thier color? I do weekly 50% water changes.

 

[fishmamma]

I'd put the temp back down.. just to check if that was it.. or maybe they are trying to spawn.. mine always changed colors.. for different reasons.. good luck!

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[Chrisplosion]

I'd put the temp back down.. just to check if that was it.. or maybe they are trying to spawn.. mine always changed colors.. for different reasons.. good luck!

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No lower 80s is a better temp.

Yes if they are breeding the male will get lighter in color and the female will darken. I would check you water to see what your ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates are.

 

[Rafini]

I used to have a big pair and they would always fade to a pinkish light hue when they are in spawning mode. this is how I would know eggs are coming.

ps. the males are infertile, so unless you breed a female BP with a male other cichlid you won't get babies.