Jack Dempsey

English

Etymology

Named after the American boxing champion Jack Dempsey (1895–1983), because of its aggressive nature and strong facial features.

Noun

Jack Dempsey (plural Jack Dempseys)

  1. Rocio octofasciata, a cichlid fish Native to Mexico and Honduras, but widely kept in aquaria and introduced elsewhere in the wild.
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