🐟 Jack Dempsey × Super Red Texas Hybrid – High-Color Hybrid Cichlid for Sale

The Jack Dempsey × Super Red Texas Hybrid is a striking, high-energy hybrid cichlid that blends the bold personality of the Jack Dempsey with the intense red coloration and pearling of the Super Red Texas Cichlid (Herichthys sp.).

This hybrid is prized for its vivid coloration, interactive personality, and strong presence in large aquariums. Expect a fish that develops bright reds, metallic blues, and heavy pearling as it matures—making it a true centerpiece predator cichlid.

Best suited for experienced aquarists who are comfortable managing aggressive Central American cichlids.

🔎 Quick Facts – Jack Dempsey × Super Red Texas Hybrid

• 🆔 Common Name: Jack Dempsey × Super Red Texas Hybrid
• 🧬 Parent Species: Rocio octofasciata × Herichthys sp. (Super Red Texas line)
• 🧬 Family: Cichlidae
• 🌎 Origin: Aquarium-bred hybrid
• 📏 Adult Size: Approximately 10–14 inches
• 🎨 Coloration: Red base with blue/green pearling and iridescent highlights

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

• ⚡ Aggressive, dominant, and territorial
• 🧠 Highly intelligent and interactive with keepers
• 🪨 Establishes strong territories and will defend space
• 🐠 Best kept with other large, tough cichlids or as a solo showcase fish

👉 Suitable tankmates may include large Central American cichlids, larger catfish, or similarly aggressive species.

🏡 Tank Requirements

• 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons (100+ gallons recommended for adults)
• 🪨 Aquascape: Heavy rocks, caves, driftwood for territory and security
• 🏖️ Substrate: Sand or fine gravel (allows natural digging behavior)
• 💨 Filtration: Strong, oversized filtration with moderate flow

👉 These fish produce significant waste—over-filtration is strongly recommended.

💧 Water Parameters

• 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.8 – 8.2
• 💧 Hardness: Moderate to hard

Stable, clean water is essential for optimal coloration and long-term health.

🍽️ Diet & Feeding

This hybrid is a hearty omnivore with strong predatory instincts:

• 🥩 High-quality cichlid pellets (primary diet)
• 🦐 Frozen foods (shrimp, krill, bloodworms)
• 🐟 Occasional live foods (for conditioning and enrichment)
• 🥬 Vegetable matter for balanced nutrition

👉 Feed 1–3 times daily in controlled portions to maintain health and color.

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