The Gold Severum, scientifically known as Heros efasciatus, is a popular South American cichlid, known for its striking gold coloration and peaceful yet semi-aggressive temperament.They are a color variation of the green Severum, with a gold or yellow body and red spots or dashes.These fish are relatively hardy and can be a beautiful addition to a community aquarium, but they do require a spacious tank due to their potential adult size of up to 8 inches.
Husbandry & Care
Temperament: Peaceful/Semi-Aggressive
Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons
Water Temperature: 72-84 °F
Water pH: 5.5-7.0
Social Group: Solitary, or in a group of 5+ fish in a large enough aquarium
