Electric Blue Dempsey - Rocio octofasciata var. 4cm

Electric Blue Dempsey

A line-bred recessive form, less aggressive than the normal fish and more delicate

Overview

Synonyms Archocentrus octofasciatus, Cichlasoma biocellatum, C. hedricki, C. octofasciatum, C. octofasciatus, Heros octofasciatus, Nandopsis octofasciata, Parapetenia octofasciata

Distribution Original wild form is known from Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico.

Maximum Size 25cm (9.8")

Temperature 22-28°C

Water Parameters Will acclimatise to a wide range of conditions. pH: 7.0-8.0, dH: up to 20 degrees.

Compatibility Community with no small fish

Lighting No special requirements

Sexual Dimorphism Males are larger and develop longer extensions to the anal and dorsal fins.

Feeding Flake, granules, cichlid pellets and frozen foods