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Jack Dempsey
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Rocio octofasciata |
| Origin |
Central America |
| Care Level |
Moderate
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| Temperament |
Aggressive |
| Size |
10-15 inches |
| Min Housing |
90-120 gallon |
| Diet |
Carnivorous |
| Live Plant Compatible |
No |
| Temp |
72°-85°F
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| Sexual Dimorphism |
Yes
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| Average Age |
8-15 years |
| Special Water Conditions |
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Pictures are for reference only, there will be variations in size and color of individual animals.
Jack Dempseys are usually purchased as small juveniles, but will grow to 10"-15" at maturity. They are a fairly aggressive fish and mated pairs are especially territorial, so it is recommended to keep them alone, as a single mated pair, or in a large aquarium with other similarly-sized aggressive cichlids.
Jack Dempseys are sexually dimorphic; males grow to be larger and have very pointed dorsal and anal fins, while females stay smaller and have very rounded dorsal and anal fins.
