科: Cichlidae
八斑罗氏鲷为慈鲷科鱼类，原生分布于中北美洲。成体约 18.8–27.5 cm，适宜水温 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.
中等难度，稳定水质比高端设备更关键。Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding，Pairs or singles with defined territory。
建议水温 24–30 °C，24–30 °C curated husbandry range；Heater required for stable tropical warmth。
成体约 18.8–27.5 cm，属Middle of the water column鱼类，建议至少 500 L 缸体。
Omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods。它在Sand with rock piles上自然觅食，投喂可少量多次。
Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding；Pairs or singles with defined territory。理想混养对象：Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs。需避开Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates。
产地为中北美洲，典型栖息地是Lakes and slow rivers with structure，对溶氧要求一般。
跳缸风险低，但加缸盖更稳妥。
Substrate or cave spawner with parental care。Often striking; males larger and brighter。