Demason's Cichlid
NameDemason's Cichlid
Scientific NameChindongo demasoni
Common NamesDemasoni, Dwarf Demasoni
FamilyCichlidae
OriginAfrica, Lake Malawi
Temperamentaggressive
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)55
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)76-82
pH Range7.8-8.6
Compatible SpeciesOther robust Mbuna cichlids (e.g., Yellow Lab Cichlid, Rusty Cichlid), Synodontis Catfish
Description
The Demason's Cichlid is a small, vibrant Mbuna cichlid from Lake Malawi, known for its striking blue and black vertical stripes. Despite its small size, it is highly territorial and aggressive, especially towards its own kind or similarly patterned fish. They thrive in hard, alkaline water with plenty of rockwork for hiding and grazing.
