Description
Cichlasoma severum, Heros severus
Interact with your Jumbo Gold Severum Cichlid, as this species will often accept food right from your hand. With an attractive base color of gold, this fish features red speckles throughout. To keep this South American fish content, keep them in a lightly planted, 20-gallon (or larger) tank. The larger the tank, the bigger the fish will be able to grow. Keep this fish with other semi-aggressive fish, as they can show some aggressive inclinations around breeding time. These fish should be kept in groups of at least 3 or more.
- Water Conditions: 73-77° F
- KH 4-5
- pH 6.0-6.5
- Max. Size: 8″
- Diet: Carnivore
- Family: Cichlidae