Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Medium
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🐟 Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Care Sheet
🔹 Overview
| Category | Details |
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| Scientific Name | Rocio octofasciata (Electric Blue Morph) |
| Common Name | Electric Blue Jack Dempsey |
| Origin | Central America (Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala) |
| Adult Size | 15–20 cm (6–8 in) |
| Lifespan | 8–12 years |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive, territorial |
| Tank Level | Mid to bottom |
🔹 Tank Setup
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | 200+ liters (55+ gallons) for a single adult |
| Temperature | 24–30 °C (75–86 °F) |
| pH | 6.5–7.8 |
| Hardness | Medium (6–15 dGH) |
| Substrate | Sand or fine gravel |
| Decor | Rocks, caves, driftwood, strong hiding spots |
| Lighting | Moderate (shows off their neon coloration well) |
| Filtration | Strong filtration; high bio-load |
Tips:
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Electric Blues are less aggressive than standard Jack Dempseys but still territorial.
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Provide ample caves and broken sightlines to manage aggression.
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Prefer warm, stable, well-oxygenated water.
🔹 Diet
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Type: Carnivorous / omnivorous lean
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Best Foods: High-quality cichlid pellets, frozen foods (krill, brine shrimp, bloodworms), occasional veggies.
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Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily in moderate portions.
🔹 Behavior & Compatibility
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Semi-aggressive; more timid than the standard morph but still territorial.
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Can coexist with other medium cichlids in large tanks.
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Displays bold electric blue coloration, especially in clean, warm water.
🧭 Tank Mate Guide
✅ Compatible Species
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Other medium peaceful-to-semi-aggressive cichlids (Firemouths, Blue Acaras, Keyholes)
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Large tetras (Congo, Buenos Aires)
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Rainbowfish
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Larger catfish (Plecos, Synodontis)
⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With
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Very small fish (may be eaten)
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Extremely aggressive cichlids (standard Jack Dempsey, Oscars, Jaguars)
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Crowded tanks
🐣 Breeding Info
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Method: Egg layer; forms monogamous pairs.
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Parental Care: High—parents guard eggs and fry.
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Notes: Electric Blue variants are often less fertile and sometimes require crosses with normal Jack Dempseys to strengthen the line.
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Fry Care: Feed newly hatched brine shrimp and crushed cichlid fry food.
🌿 Fun Facts
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Known for their neon electric blue coloration, one of the brightest in the cichlid world.
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More peaceful and delicate than their standard-color relatives.
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Their color intensifies with quality food, stable warmth, and low stress.
Please note We don't ship live animals. You can order online and choose click and collect and we will hold it for you.
