Electric Blue Jack Dempsey

Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Care

Tank Size:

• Minimum 200 liters (55 gallons) for a single specimen. Larger tanks are required if kept with other fish due to their territorial behavior.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 24–28°C

• pH: 6.5–7.5

• Hardness: 5–12 dGH

Filtration & Flow:

• Needs strong, efficient filtration to maintain water quality.

• Moderate water flow, as they prefer calm to slightly moving water.

Substrate & Décor:

• Sand or fine gravel substrate is best.

• Provide caves, driftwood, and rocky hiding spots—this reduces stress and aggression.

• Plants can be used, but choose hardy species like Anubias or Java Fern, as cichlids may dig.

Diet:

• Omnivorous with a preference for protein.

• Feed a varied diet of high-quality cichlid pellets, frozen or live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, krill), and occasional vegetable matter like spirulina-based foods.

Temperament & Tankmates:

• Semi-aggressive but generally less hostile than regular Jack Dempseys.

• Best housed with similarly sized, robust fish (Severums, Firemouths, larger barbs, Silver Dollars). Avoid small or delicate species, which may be harassed.

Maintenance:

• Weekly water changes of 25–30% are essential to keep their colors vibrant and health optimal.

• Stable water conditions are key; they can be sensitive to sudden changes.

✨ Interesting Fact:
The Electric Blue Jack Dempsey is a selectively bred color morph of the regular Jack Dempsey. Unlike their darker, more aggressive cousins, this variant is not only more brilliantly colored but also has a gentler temperament—making them more suitable for community setups with the right tankmates.