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Severum
IntermediateHeros efasciatus
An Amazonian cichlid with a near-discoid body and yellow-green colouring, marked by dark vertical bars along the flanks. It grows large but is mild-mannered for its size and mixes well with medium-sized South American fish.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
22〜29℃
Lifespan
8-12 years
Size
17-30cm
Diet
Prepared foods, frozen bloodworm, chopped prawn, blanched vegetables
About
Heros efasciatus is a cichlid of the Amazon basin, found in tributaries of the Ucayali in Peru and the Solimões-Amazon in Brazil. It has a near-discoid body in yellow-green to gold, crossed by dark vertical bars. FishBase records a maximum of 17cm SL, while Seriously Fish gives 30cm. Seriously Fish recommends a 120 x 45cm tank (about 243 litres) at 22.2-28.9C, pH 5.5-7.0 and 1-8 dGH, and states the species is not really suitable for tanks smaller than 120 x 45 x 45cm. It is fairly mild-mannered for a cichlid of this size and can share a tank with South American species too large to be eaten. It is omnivorous and unfussy about prepared foods, but vegetable matter such as blanched spinach should also be offered. It spawns on flat surfaces, with both parents guarding eggs and fry. The usual approach is to grow on a group of youngsters and let pairs form naturally.
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Lifespan of the Severum
The Severum lives 8-12 years.
Size of the Severum
The Severum grows to 17-30cm.
Temperature & humidity for the Severum
The ideal temperature for the Severum is 22〜29℃.
The ideal water temperature for the Severum is 22.2〜28.9℃.
Basic Info
Origin
South America: Amazon basin, Ucayali in Peru and the Solimões-Amazon in Brazil
Lifespan
Care Specifications
- pH
- 5.5–7
- Hardness (GH)
- 1–8 dGH
- Water Temp.
- 22.2–28.9℃
- Min. Tank
- 243 L
PeacefulPair
Sources: Seriously Fish / FishBase
References & Sources
Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Heros efasciatus Heckel, 1840
Synonyms: Heros appendiculatus
Authority databases: FishBase
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / FishBase (IUCN assessment: LC)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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