Red Severum
Red Severum Care Guide
Scientific Name: Heros efasciatus
Common Name: Red Severum
Tank Size
- Minimum: 55 gallons for one fish.
- They grow up to 8-10 inches (20-25 cm), so they need space.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74-80°F (23-27°C)
- pH: 6.5-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Hardness: 4-12 dGH (moderately hard)
- Filtration: Use a strong filter and perform regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
Diet
- Omnivorous: Feed high-quality cichlid pellets and supplement with live or frozen foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms) and occasional vegetables (e.g., zucchini, spinach).
- Feeding: Once a day or every other day, offering only what they can consume in 2-3 minutes.
Tankmates
- Peaceful, similar-sized fish like larger tetras, Corydoras, and Plecos work well. Avoid small or fin-nipping species.
Behavior
- Semi-territorial but generally peaceful. May show aggression during breeding or if stressed.
Red Severum Care Guide
Scientific Name: Heros efasciatus
Common Name: Red Severum
Tank Size
- Minimum: 55 gallons for one fish.
- They grow up to 8-10 inches (20-25 cm), so they need space.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74-80°F (23-27°C)
- pH: 6.5-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Hardness: 4-12 dGH (moderately hard)
- Filtration: Use a strong filter and perform regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
Diet
- Omnivorous: Feed high-quality cichlid pellets and supplement with live or frozen foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms) and occasional vegetables (e.g., zucchini, spinach).
- Feeding: Once a day or every other day, offering only what they can consume in 2-3 minutes.
Tankmates
- Peaceful, similar-sized fish like larger tetras, Corydoras, and Plecos work well. Avoid small or fin-nipping species.
Behavior
- Semi-territorial but generally peaceful. May show aggression during breeding or if stressed.
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ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
Red Severum
Red Severum Care Guide
Scientific Name: Heros efasciatus
Common Name: Red Severum
Tank Size
- Minimum: 55 gallons for one fish.
- They grow up to 8-10 inches (20-25 cm), so they need space.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74-80°F (23-27°C)
- pH: 6.5-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Hardness: 4-12 dGH (moderately hard)
- Filtration: Use a strong filter and perform regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
Diet
- Omnivorous: Feed high-quality cichlid pellets and supplement with live or frozen foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms) and occasional vegetables (e.g., zucchini, spinach).
- Feeding: Once a day or every other day, offering only what they can consume in 2-3 minutes.
Tankmates
- Peaceful, similar-sized fish like larger tetras, Corydoras, and Plecos work well. Avoid small or fin-nipping species.
Behavior
- Semi-territorial but generally peaceful. May show aggression during breeding or if stressed.
Red Severum Care Guide
Scientific Name: Heros efasciatus
Common Name: Red Severum
Tank Size
- Minimum: 55 gallons for one fish.
- They grow up to 8-10 inches (20-25 cm), so they need space.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74-80°F (23-27°C)
- pH: 6.5-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Hardness: 4-12 dGH (moderately hard)
- Filtration: Use a strong filter and perform regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
Diet
- Omnivorous: Feed high-quality cichlid pellets and supplement with live or frozen foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms) and occasional vegetables (e.g., zucchini, spinach).
- Feeding: Once a day or every other day, offering only what they can consume in 2-3 minutes.
Tankmates
- Peaceful, similar-sized fish like larger tetras, Corydoras, and Plecos work well. Avoid small or fin-nipping species.
Behavior
- Semi-territorial but generally peaceful. May show aggression during breeding or if stressed.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
