ELECTRIC BLUE JACK DEMPSEY
Rocio octofasciata (Electric Blue variant)
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📍 BASIC INFO
Origin: Central America – Captive-bred variant
Adult Size: 6″ – 8″
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Care Level: ⭐⭐ Moderate
Tank Level: Mid – Bottom
🍽 DIET
Omnivore
Accepts: High-quality pellets, frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), live foods, occasional vegetables
✔ COMPATIBILITY
Can be kept with medium-sized cichlids and robust community fish. Less aggressive than standard Jack Dempsey, but still territorial. Avoid very small or delicate tankmates.
💧 WATER PARAMETERS
pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Temperature: 76–82°F
Ammonia: 0 ppm
Nitrite: 0 ppm
Nitrate: <40 ppm
⭐ HIGHLIGHT
Brilliant electric blue coloration with iridescent shimmer — one of the most visually striking cichlid variants available.
📝 CARE NOTES
More delicate than the standard Jack Dempsey. Maintain stable, clean water with strong filtration. Provide hiding spots and a well-structured tank. Best suited for aquarists with some experience.
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