Electric Blue Dempsey - Rocio octofasciata var. 2 -3cm

Electric Blue Dempsey
A line-bred recessive form, less aggressive than the normal fish and more delicate
Overview
SynonymsArchocentrus octofasciatus, Cichlasoma biocellatum, C. hedricki, C. octofasciatum, C. octofasciatus, Heros octofasciatus, Nandopsis octofasciata, Parapetenia octofasciata
DistributionOriginal wild form is known from Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico.
Maximum Size25cm (9.8")
Temperature22-28°C
Water ParametersWill acclimatise to a wide range of conditions. pH: 7.0-8.0, dH: up to 20 degrees.
CompatibilityCommunity with no small fish
LightingNo special requirements
Sexual DimorphismMales are larger and develop longer extensions to the anal and dorsal fins.
FeedingFlake, granules, cichlid pellets and frozen foods