Demasoni Cichlid
Chindongo demasoni
Demasoni Cichlid is a bottom-to-middle swimmer.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 3" (≤ 7.5 cm)
- Aquarium size
- 54 US gal (205 L) or larger / ≥ 47.2" (≥ 120 cm) minimum length
- Care level
- Intermediate – Advanced
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 75–82°F (24–28°C)
- pH
- 7.6–8.5
- GH
- 10–20 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 10 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.
Lifespan: up to 10 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 54 US gal (205 L) or larger / ≥ 47.2" (≥ 120 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 24–28 °C, pH 7.6–8.5, GH 10–20 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Demasoni Cichlid is aggressive and needs carefully selected companions.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Demasoni Cichlid should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Offer plant-rich staple foods such as spirulina flakes/nori or greens, plus limited suitable animal supplements; avoid mammalian red meat.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 54 US gal (205 L) or larger / ≥ 47.2" (≥ 120 cm) minimum length.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique.
Important notes
- Severe conspecific aggression; can attack even much larger fish. Similar barred mbuna and peaceful cichlids are especially vulnerable; sex ratio is conditional and no stocking density formula is supported.
Similar fish profiles
Use these profiles to compare fish with similar care level, size, temperature range, or swimming behavior.
FAQ
How large does Demasoni Cichlid get?
Demasoni Cichlid reaches ≤ 3" (≤ 7.5 cm).
What aquarium size does Demasoni Cichlid need?
Use an aquarium of at least 54 US gal (205 L) or larger / ≥ 47.2" (≥ 120 cm) minimum length.
Is Demasoni Cichlid peaceful?
Demasoni Cichlid should be planned cautiously with compatible fish only, because aggressive behavior can limit companion options.
What temperature is suitable for Demasoni Cichlid?
Keep it between 24 to 28 °C.
