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(F2) SEVERUM RED SPOTTED Cichlid [≈ 3 inches]

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Description

Description

🐠 Severum Red Spot Cichlid

📌 Basic Info

  • Scientific Name: Heros severus (Red Spot Variant)

  • Family: Cichlidae

  • Origin: South America (Amazon River Basin, aquarium-bred strain)

  • Size: 7 – 10 inches (18 – 25 cm)

  • Lifespan: 8 – 10 years

  • Tank Zone: Mid to Bottom

🌊 Water Parameters

  • TDS: 100 – 200 ppm

  • pH: 6.0 – 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

  • Temperature: 25 – 28°C (77 – 82°F)

  • Hardness: 3 – 10 dGH

🐟 Characteristics

  • Striking golden to yellow body with bright red-orange spots all over the body and fins.

  • Known as one of the most colorful Severum varieties.

  • Peaceful temperament compared to other cichlids.

  • Often called the “Poor Man’s Discus” for its round shape and elegance.

  • Intelligent and interactive with keepers.

🍽️ Food

  • Type: Omnivorous

  • Diet: Quality cichlid pellets, bloodworms, brine shrimp, spirulina flakes, and blanched vegetables (spinach, peas, zucchini).

  • Feeding: Twice daily in moderate portions.

🛠️ Maintenance

  • Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons for a pair, 75+ gallons for community setups.

  • Weekly Water Change: 25–30%.

  • Tank setup: Fine gravel or sand, driftwood, smooth rocks, hardy plants.

  • Strong filtration and steady water quality are important.

👥 Social Behavior

  • Minimum Group Size: Can be kept singly, in pairs, or peaceful groups.

  • Tank Mates: Angelfish, Geophagus, Silver Dollars, Gouramis, Plecos, Corydoras, larger Tetras.

  • Avoid: Aggressive fish (Oscars, Flowerhorns) or tiny fish (may get eaten).

✅ Do’s

  • Provide natural hiding spaces with wood, rocks, and plants.

  • Keep water clean and stable.

  • Feed a balanced diet to bring out vibrant red coloration.

  • Choose tank mates wisely – avoid very aggressive species.

❌ Don’ts

  • Don’t keep in small or overcrowded tanks.

  • Don’t mix with aggressive or fin-nipping fish.

  • Don’t overfeed – prone to obesity.

  • Don’t let water parameters fluctuate.

⭐ Quick Tips
The Severum Red Spot Cichlid is one of the most beautiful Severum varieties.
Its bright red spots make it a centerpiece fish for community aquariums, especially South American setups.
Peaceful, hardy, and colorful – a great choice for medium to large aquariums