Gold Spot Severum
$120.00
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Gold Spot Severum
$120.00
Gold Spot Severum (Heros efasciatus)
A colourful variant of the Severum with a green-gold body and distinctive gold spots, this hardy and characterful cichlid is a fantastic showpiece for South American cichlid tanks. Peaceful for a cichlid, it develops richer colour as it matures and pairs well with medium community fish.
Care at a Glance:
- Minimum Tank Size: 200L with driftwood, rocks, and open swimming space
- Temperature: 24–28°C
- pH Range: 6.0–7.5
- Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
- Temperament: Peaceful for a cichlid, can be territorial when breeding
- Diet: Flakes, pellets, frozen bloodworms, blanched vegetables
- Max Size: 15–20cm
- Lifespan: 8–10+ years
- Care Level: Easy
Tank Mates: Peaceful South American cichlids, medium tetras, catfish, and rainbowfish; avoid very small fish and aggressive species.
Origin: Captive-bred variant (wild ancestors from the Amazon Basin, South America)