Jack Dempsey Rocio octofasciata
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Rocio octofasciata
Origin region
Central America (Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala)
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Bottom
Adult size (cm)
25.00
Minimum tank (L)
200
Temperament
Aggressive
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–30.0
pH
6.50–7.50
GH (dGH)
5.0–20.0
KH (dKH)
3.0–8.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–2.00
Habitat & environment
Central America (Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Aggressive
Breeding & care
Pairs are substrate spawners, highly protective of fry.
Notes
Named after the boxer for its aggressive behaviour. Attractive iridescent blue-green spangling.