Gold Severum - Heros efasciatus var. 2.5cm

SynonymsChromys appendiculata, C. fasciata, Cichlasoma severum perpunctatum, Heros appendiculatus, Uarus centrarchoides
DistributionOriginal wild form is native to Brazil and Peru.
Maximum Size20cm (7.9")
Temperature23-29°C
Water ParameterspH: 6.0-7.5, dH: up to 18 degrees.
CompatibilityCommunity with no small fish
LightingDim-medium
Sexual DimorphismMature males usually have more pointed dorsal and anal fins.
FeedingFlake, granules, cichlid pellets and frozen foods