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| Family: |
CHICLIDAE |
| Species: |
Rocio octofasciata (Cichlasoma octofasciatum)
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| Common Name: |
Jack Dempsey |
| Size: |
2.5 inches (5.6cm) |
| Habitat: |
North and Central America: Atlantic slope from southern Mexico (Papaloapán River) to Honduras (Ulua River). |
| Min Tank Size: |
55 or larger recommended, 125 for adults
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| Diet: |
Omnivorous, will eat anything, Flakes, pellets, live food. etc. |
| Behavior: |
Diggers, not very tolerant of other fish. |
| Water: |
Temperature 77-82°F (25-28°C), pH range: 7.0 – 8.0, dH range: 9 - 20
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| Care: |
Hardy, very easy to care for, if prepared for adult size.
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| Communities: |
Only with similar large fish. |
| Suitability: |
Anyone who can care for large adult fish. |
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