Species profile
Red Spot Gold Severum
Heros cf. efasciatusRed Spot Gold Severum (Heros cf. efasciatus) is a large aquarium species for a cycled 75+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 8 inches as an adult, 75-82°F water, pH 6-7.5, and moderate care. Match tankmates by water range, adult size, activity level, and feeding needs.
FlashyModerate care
75 galMinimum tank
8 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
75-82°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6-7.5
- GH
- 2-12 dGH
- KH
- 1-8 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Moderate
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 3/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore/herbivore
- Diet difficulty
- 2/5
- Care difficulty
- 3/5
Planning Notes
Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.
This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.
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