Fish Id And What To Do With Him

[Gwar]

So a co-worker offered up there setup. They are not sure about what they have because they got it from a business that didn't want it any more. I told her I would take it my issue is one of the fish has tattoo on it. They are not sure what other fish they have either. I told them I would give them away if they are not fish I want. Im not sure what the ethical thing to do with this guy. I dont want for it to die but I dont think it should be on display for others to think its cool and create a market for it. Let me know what u guys think and what type of fish is.

 

[snake007]

Looks like a blood parrot to me, its not an african cichlid

 

[Man of fish]

Looks like some sort of parrot.

 

[Gwar]

Looks like some sort of parrot.

I dont really want it what would you do with it.

 

[snake007]

What tank size is he in?

Looks like some sort of parrot.

I dont really want it what would you do with it.

Take it to a lfs or give it to someone here on the forum

Looks like some sort of parrot.

I dont really want it what would you do with it.

Take it to a lfs or give it to someone here on the forum

 

[Man of fish]

How did it get the tattoo???

 

[snake007]

How did it get the tattoo???

Some LFS tattoo them I think by using dye.
Im not sure on the exact process.

 

[thereverendturtle]

They tattoo them in Asia. I've seen blood parrots, albino giant gouramis, albino Oscars and others tattooed. It's a horrible practice and I don't think responsible stores should carry them. Although I feel that all the dyed fish and painted glass shouldn't be out there either.