[uNGu]™ Fish : Severum - Heros efasciatus

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Heros efasciatus ( fish name )

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• Maximum size in aquariums (min-max): 12 - 15 cm ( 4.72 - 5.91 in )
• pH of water: 6 - 7.3
• Water hardness (dGH): 13 - 23 °N
• Recommended temperature: 22 - 28 °C ( 71.6 - 82.4 °F )
• Compatibility (temperament to it's family): aggressive (read this answer)
• Compatibility (temperament to other fish species): aggressive (read this answer)
• Place in the aquarium: Middle levels
• The way of breeding: Spawning
• Fish origin: South America

Information about care

Food and feeding
Some species of Severums can be a bit fussy when it comes to feeding them. If using quality cichlid pellets or flake, they should accept them. They will also appreciate treats of blood worms, beef heart, and glass worms.

Origin
South America; they are to be found in the Amazonian River Basins.

Sexing
Males tend to have brighter markings on their gill plates; they will also have extended dorsal and anal fins.

Breeding
Once a pair is established, they are fairly easy to breed but it can take a long time for the bond to form. It is best to purchase a group of juveniles and let them pair naturally. After cleaning a spawning site, the female will lay while the male will be behind her quickly fertilising them. Both parents will protect them and this will carry on until the fry are large enough to handle their standard diet of foods.

Lifespan
The expected life span for this fish is 5-10 years.

Short description
The Severums are not a difficult fish to keep but does require a lot of tank maintenance in the form of regular water changes. Provide them with rocks or wood for hiding places.

Pictures
Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.

Latin Name: Heros efasciatus;

Common Name: Severum;

Adult size is between 12 cm (4.72 inch) and 15 cm (5.91 inch);

pH should vary between 6 and 7.3;

dGH should be between 13 and 23;

Temperature should be between 22°C (71.6°F) and 28°C (82.4°F)