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Name
Scientific name
Pseudotropheus demasoni
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Summary
Pseudotropheus demasoni is a dwarf mbuna endemic to Lake Malawi, where it occurs around Pombo Rocks off the Tanzanian coast. It hugs rock s…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
75mm, standard length
Tank size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 45 cm, Minimum height 38 cm
Water
Temperature and pH
Temperature 24–28°C, pH 7.6–8.8
Hardness
10–25dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Territorial
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries
Not recorded
Supporting text
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Endemic to Lake Malawi. It occurs around Pombo Rocks off the Tanzanian coast.
Habitat
It inhabits only one rocky area, often in shallow water around the tops of the rocks. It is rarely seen in open water.
Aquarium size
120 ∗ 45 ∗ 38 cm48 ∗ 18 ∗ 15 in - ~205 litres~54 US gal as an absolute minimum, due to its aggressive nature (see below).
Maintenance
Create a network of caves and hiding places in the aquarium using piles of rockwork. This species does not require a lot of open swimming space, preferring to …
Water conditions
Temperature: 24 – 28 °C75 – 82 °F pH: 7.6-8.8 Hardness: 10-25°H
Diet
It will accept most foods offered but vegetable matter in the form of spirulina flakes, blanched spinach, nori etc. should form a large proportion of the diet.…
Behaviour and compatibility
One of the most aggressive and territorial mbuna. It should not be kept with peace loving species such as Peacocks or Utaka but it can be combined with other r…
Sexual dimorphism
A difficult fish to sex, as both males and females have identical colouration and patterning. However, mature males tend to be slightly larger. The best way to…
Reproduction
Possible. Maternal mouthbrooder. For the best results, it should be spawned in a species tank. Adult fish tend to be quite expensive, so a more feasible option…
Notes
This dwarf mbuna is one of the more recent introductions into the hobby, being described only in 1994. It is not recommended for the beginner due to its pugnac…
References
References
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