Demasoni Cichlid (Pseudotropheus demasoni)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudotropheus demasoni

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asDemasoni, Dwarf Mbuna

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

Dietherbivore

Adult size3 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 7.8-8.6, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Small, deep electric-blue body with bold black vertical bars; striking and uniform coloration in both sexes.

Difficulty and care for the Demasoni Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Extremely aggressive for its small size and relentless toward conspecifics. Keep in large groups of 12+ to spread aggression, or a single specimen; small groups get culled to one survivor.

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