Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Cichlid (Rocio octofasciata) 4"

Our Guide To Keeping Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Cichlid

About Fish Species:

Scientific name: Rocio octofasciata

Common name: Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Cichlid

Family: Cichlidae

Origin: Central America, specifically Mexico and Honduras

Adult length: 12 to 15 inches

Lifespan: 10 to 15 years

Tank Setup:

Provide a tank of at least 75 gallons with hiding spots and caves created using rocks and driftwood.

Substrate should be fine sand or gravel, and include some artificial plants for additional cover.

Water Parameters:

Maintain a pH level between 6.5 and 7.5.

Water temperature should be kept between 78 to 82°F (25 to 28°C).

Filtration and Water Flow:

Use a powerful filter to maintain clean water conditions, and ensure a moderate water flow in the tank.

Diet:

Provide a balanced diet with high-quality pellets or flakes, and supplement with live or frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.

Tank mates:

Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Cichlids can be kept with other semi-aggressive to aggressive cichlid species of similar size.

Avoid keeping them with very passive or small fish that may become targets of aggression.

Behavior and Compatibility:

They are known for their territorial behavior, especially during breeding.

Keep them in a mated pair or in a larger tank with ample hiding spaces to reduce aggression.