Aquarist Species: Chindongo demasoni
Aquarist: Monty
Species Profile: Chindongo demasoni
Species Photo by: Jaidee Somero
Description: An African cichlid CARES species native to Lake Malawi. Listed as vulnerable in the wild.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Malawi
CARES Classification: Vulnerable
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Collection Point: Pombo Rocks
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2025
Acquired 8, 3/4 inch young on 24 August 2025 from GCCA auction. Fish were purchased from Laif Demason by the club for the Rare Fish Auction. Currently growing out in 40 breeder.
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Have Reared Fry? Yes