Familia: Cichlidae
Rocio octofasciata es un cíclido de agua dulce originario de Centroamérica. Alcanza 18.8–27.5 cm; temperatura 24–30 °C.
Rocio octofasciata, a member of the family Cichlidae, comes from Central America, where it inhabits lakes and slow rivers with structure. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding and omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods, it grows to 18.8–27.5 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 24–30 °C range. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Nivel medio: la estabilidad del agua importa más que el equipo. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding. Pairs or singles with defined territory.
Mantén el agua a 24–30 °C. 24–30 °C curated husbandry range. Heater required for stable tropical warmth.
Alcanza 18.8–27.5 cm; es middle of the water column. Acuario mínimo de 500 L.
Omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods. Forraja sobre sand with rock piles: deja que parte del alimento llegue al fondo.
Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding; Pairs or singles with defined territory. Buenos compañeros: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs.No convive con Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Su hábitat natural es Centroamérica, en lakes and slow rivers with structure.
Riesgo bajo, aunque la tapa siempre es útil.
Substrate or cave spawner with parental care. Often striking; males larger and brighter.