Red Spotted Severum (Heros appendiculatus/Heros efasciatus)
Product Overview
Enhance your aquarium with the stunning Red Spotted Severum, a captivating choice for both novice and experienced aquarists. Known for its vibrant colors and graceful demeanor, the Red Spotted Severum adds a splash of elegance to any freshwater setup.
Key Features
- Scientific Name: Heros appendiculatus/Heros efasciatus
- Common Name: Red Spotted Severum
- Family: Cichlidae
- Origin: South America
- Size: Can grow up to 8 inches in length
- Lifespan: 5-10 years with proper care
Appearance
The Red Spotted Severum is admired for its striking appearance. Its body is adorned with brilliant red spots and hues of gold and green, making it a standout in any aquarium. The fish’s round body and graceful fins add to its visual appeal.
Ideal Tank Conditions
- Tank Size: Minimum of 55 gallons
- Water Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28°C)
- pH Level: 6.0-7.5
- Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
- Diet: Omnivorous – prefers a varied diet including high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp or bloodworms
Behavior and Compatibility
The Red Spotted Severum is generally peaceful but can exhibit territorial behavior, especially during breeding. It coexists well with other non-aggressive fish of similar size. Avoid housing with smaller, more aggressive species.
Care Requirements
- Regular Water Changes: Essential for maintaining water quality
- Filtration: Strong filtration is recommended to keep the water clean and oxygenated
- Decor: Provide hiding spots with rocks and driftwood, along with open swimming spaces
- Monitoring: Regularly check water parameters to ensure a healthy environment
Why Choose Red Spotted Severum?
- Vibrant Aesthetic: Adds striking colors and movement to your aquarium
- Hardy Species: Adaptable to a range of water conditions
- Engaging Behavior: Known for its curious and interactive nature
Size is roughly around 3 inches. Very beautiful fish to add to your aquarium! They are known to be one of the most friendliest fish within the cichlid family.
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good size and colorful
bigger than last batch. extremely satisfied with these peaceful cichlid
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Red Severum
He arrived beautiful. We had some brutal weather here. Paul decided to wait until it warmed a bit. I appreciate Paul and his efforts to keep my fish safe in travel. The fish was bundled up so well that he never got cold. Thank you Paul and thank you Petzonesd. My few orders with you have been a great experience with quality care and quality fish.
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Red Spot Severums
Good people to deal with, Good at comunication, Very nice fish,called me night before to let me know that fish were on there way...... Does,nt get any better than that....., Thank You for Your good service.... Dave
