🎨 Mesonauta Festivus – The Festive Cichlid!

The Mesonauta Festivus, also known as the Flag Cichlid or Festive Cichlid, is a beautiful and peaceful species admired for its striking colors and calm demeanor. This cichlid’s subtle yet festive pattern of bold vertical stripes and earthy tones makes it a wonderful addition to any peaceful community aquarium. At its small size, the Mesonauta Festivus is perfect for aquarists seeking a unique, elegant fish. 🎨

Current Size: 2 – 2.5″

Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Mesonauta festivus
• Size at Maturity: Up to 6 inches
• Tank Size: Minimum of 40 gallons
• Temperament: Peaceful; ideal for community tanks with other calm species
• Diet: Omnivorous – flakes, pellets, live/frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 75-82°F
• Compatibility: Ideal for peaceful community tanks

The Mesonauta Festivus thrives in well-planted aquariums with plenty of hiding spots such as driftwood and rock formations. Known for their shy, peaceful nature, these cichlids are excellent tankmates for other non-aggressive fish. Their bold vertical stripes and graceful swimming style add a touch of elegance to any aquarium, making them a favorite among aquarists. 🌿

Shipping Information 📦

• We Ship on Mondays and Wednesdays to ensure your Festivus Cichlid arrives safely and promptly. 🚚
• Heat Packs or Cold Packs will be included depending on the destination. To help us choose the right packaging, feel free to include a note with the temperature in your area at checkout. ❄️🔥
• To avoid delays or extended weekend holds, we aim to ship at the start of the week, but timing may depend on your location. 🗓️

DOA Guarantee (Dead on Arrival) ✅

At Source Aquatics, we stand by the quality of our fish and your satisfaction. In the rare case of a DOA:

• Photos Required: Please send photos of the fish in its sealed bag within 2 hours of the delivery timestamp. Afterward, take a photo of the fish on a napkin or paper towel. 📸
• Refund Policy: DOA refunds apply only to the fish, not the shipping costs. We ship your order as quickly as possible, but sometimes it may take 2-3 business days to prepare.

Out of Stock? No Problem! 🐟

If we’re out of stock after you’ve placed your order, you have options:

1. Choose a Replacement Fish from our collection.
2. Wait Until It’s Back in Stock – we’ll notify you as soon as it is available.
3. Request a Full Refund – we value transparency and will make it right. 💯

Order your Small Mesonauta Festivus today and bring a touch of calm beauty to your aquarium! We look forward to providing you with the best shopping experience at Source Aquatics. 🌿🐠