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Demasoni Cichlid

Chindongo demasoni

Demasoni Cichlid (Chindongo demasoni) aquarium profile: minimum 55 gallon tank, 3 inch adult size, 76-82°F temperature range, and advanced care. Keep a group of at least 12.

TerritorialHigh energyFlashyAdvanced care
Demasoni Cichlid aquarium fish
55 galMinimum tank
3 inAdult size
12Schooling minimum
76-82°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
7.6-8.6
GH
10-25 dGH
KH
8-18 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Assertive
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
5/5

Diet and Care

Diet
herbivore
Diet difficulty
4/5
Care difficulty
4/5

Planning Notes

African cichlid care depends on correct diet, hard water, stocking density, and aggression management.

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