Remarks: Severums (Heros efasciatus) have been a mainstay in the aquarium hobby for decades. They grow large enough to act as centerpieces, but they are not tank-busters, and they come in a variety of color patterns. Gold Severums are a golden yellow color, and many exhibit orange striations on the face and cheeks when they mature. They are typically peaceful, though aggression will surface if pairs form.

Scientific Name: Heros efasciatus

Common Name: Gold Severum

Max Size: 8″

pH: 6.0-7.5

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 70-84

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Medium schooling fish, similarly sized South American cichlids, catfish, plecos

Tank Mate Options:

• Red Spotted Severum
• Threadfin Acara
• Turquoise Severum