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Jack Dempsey

🐟💥 Meet Our Jack Dempsey Cichlid! 💥🐟

 

This bold and beautiful fish is named after the famous boxer for a reason—Jack Dempsey Cichlids are tough, striking, and full of personality. Our rescue Jack Dempsey is now ready for a new tank with plenty of space and the right setup to thrive.

 

🔍 Jack Dempsey Quick Care Info:
📏 Adult Size: 8–10 inches (some can reach up to 12")
📅 Lifespan: 10–15 years
💥 Temperament: Semi-aggressive to aggressive—best kept with other large, robust fish
🏠 Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons for one; larger if kept with tankmates
🌡️ Water Temp: 72–86°F
⚖️ pH: 6.0–7.5

🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
– High-quality cichlid pellets (staple)
– Frozen/thawed foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, krill
– Occasional veggies (peas, spinach, zucchini)

💡 Care Tips:
– Provide hiding spots with rocks, driftwood, or caves
– Keep décor sturdy—they like to dig and rearrange!
– Choose tankmates wisely (large cichlids, plecos, or silver dollars can work)

 

This Jack Dempsey has healed, grown, and is ready to bring color and charisma to your aquarium. With the right care, they’ll be a centerpiece fish for years to come. 🐟✨

 

📲 Apply today to give this boxer of the fish world a forever home:
👉 https://www.jraar.org/adoption

 

And don’t forget—Facebook supporters get early access to adoptable animals for just $0.99/month:
👉 https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/JRAquaticAnimalRescue/

 

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