Jack Dempsey
Rocio octofasciata — Iridescent blue-spangled cichlid; aggressive and large, eats small fish and plants.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Rocio octofasciata |
|---|---|
| Type | cichlid |
| Adult size | 10" |
| Minimum tank | 55 gal |
| Group size | 1+ |
| Temperament | aggressive |
| Temperature | 72-82°F |
| pH | 6.0-8.0 |
| GH | 8-20 |
| Diet | Pellets, meaty frozen, live |
| Swimming zone | all |
| Care level | moderate |
| Plant-safe | No |