Demasoni Cichlid
- Live Arrival Guarantee
- Get free shipping on non-live fish orders over $75 and live fish orders over $300.
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Demasoni Cichlid, scientifically known as Pseudotropheus demasoni, is one of the most vibrant and visually stunning African cichlids in the hobby. With its bold black-and-electric-blue stripes, compact size, and energetic personality, this Cichlid fish adds incredible color and nonstop movement to any Lake Malawi aquarium.
Discovered in the Pombo Rocks region of Lake Malawi, the Demasoni Cichlid is a rock-dwelling mbuna species known for its territorial nature and iconic zebra-like pattern. Their alternating black and cobalt blue bands remain brilliant throughout their lives, unlike other species whose colors intensify only during breeding.
A Demasoni Cichlid reaches about 2.5–3 inches (6–7.5 cm), making it one of the smallest mbuna cichlids. Despite their size, their coloration is among the most vibrant in the African cichlid family. Males and females appear similar, though males may show deeper blues and more intense aggression
Demasoni Cichlids are highly aggressive mbuna, especially toward their own species or similarly patterned fish. However, with proper stocking and tank design, they thrive in energetic Lake Malawi community tanks. Keeping big colonies of 12+ Demasoni to spread aggression and providing plenty of caves, rocks, and hiding spaces to ensure the best living conditions for them.
Good Demasoni tank mates include Yellow Labs (Labidochromis caeruleus), Rusty Cichlids, Cynotilapia species, Acei Cichlids, and Red Zebra Cichlids. Avoid peaceful or fragile species.
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Demasoni Cichlid for sale and other Cichlids for sale are tank-raised, healthy, and carefully selected for vivid coloration and optimal size. Shop online or visit our aquarium store in Virginia to discover high-quality freshwater fish for sale, betta fish for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, aquatic plants, and essential aquarium supplies.
WHAT MAKES THIS FISH SPECIAL?
- One of the most colorful mbuna cichlids
- Intense blue-and-black striping
- Small size but bold personality
- Best kept in large groups (12+)
- Ideal centerpiece fish for Malawi rock tanks
- Active, territorial, and visually striking
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS
- Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons for a colony
- Temperature: 76°–82°F (24°–28°C)
- pH: 7.8–8.6
- Hardness: 10–20 dGH
- Filtration: Strong flow and excellent biological filtration
CARE GUIDELINES
- Diet: Herbivorous mbuna diet. Offer spirulina pellets, algae wafers, veggie flakes, and occasional frozen foods like brine shrimp. Avoid high-protein foods to prevent digestive issues.
- Tank Setup: Rocky aquariums with caves, piles, and crevices. Provide many hiding spots to reduce territorial disputes.
- Behavior: Highly territorial and aggressive. Works best in large colonies or with other mbuna that can hold their own.
See more detailed information on How to Care for Cichlid Fish here.
Demasoni Cichlid Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long do Demasoni Cichlid fish live?
The typical Demasoni Cichlid lifespan is 7–10 years when kept in a properly maintained aquarium. Stable water parameters, high-quality filtration, a balanced herbivorous diet, and a large colony help ensure that Pseudotropheus demasoni live a long, healthy life. Clean water and low stress levels are essential for maximizing their lifespan.
What is the size of full grown Demasoni Cichlid?
A full-grown Demasoni Cichlid reaches about 2.5–3 inches (6–7.5 cm) in length. Though small compared to many African cichlids, their intense black-and-blue striping and bold personality make them one of the most striking mbuna species from Lake Malawi.
Is Demasoni Cichlid a Peacock?
No. The Demasoni Cichlid is not a Peacock Cichlid. Peacocks (Aulonocara species) are open-water, less aggressive Lake Malawi cichlids, while the Demasoni is a mbuna cichlid belonging to the genus Pseudotropheus. Mbuna are rock-dwelling, highly territorial, and display different color patterns and behaviors compared to Peacocks. Their needs and compatibility are also different, so they should not be confused or mixed without proper planning.
