Red Spot Gold Severum Cichlid

Remarks: Severums (Heros sp.) have been a mainstay in the aquarium hobby for decades. They grow large enough to act as centerpieces, but they are not tank-busters, and they come in a variety of color patterns. Red Spotted Severums are a golden yellow color and develop small red spots throughout their whole bodies as they age. They are typically peaceful, though aggression will surface if pairs form.

Scientific Name: Heros sp.

Common Name: Red Spotted Severum

Max Size: 8"

pH: 6.0-7.5

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 70-84°

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Medium schooling fish, similarly sized South American cichlids, catfish, plecos