Gold Severum

Remarks: Severums (Heros efasciatus) 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. Gold Severums are a golden yellow color, and many exhibit orange striations on the face and cheeks when they mature. They are typically peaceful, though aggression will surface if pairs form. Scientific Name: Heros efasciatus Common Name: Gold 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 Tank Mate Options: Red Spotted Severum Threadfin Acara Turquoise Severum