Red Spot Gold Severum - (Heros cf. efasciatus)

🐟 Red Spot Gold Severum – (Heros cf. efasciatus) – Beautiful and Peaceful South American Cichlid for Sale

The Red Spot Gold Severum (Heros cf. efasciatus) is a stunning color morph of the classic Severum cichlid, featuring a brilliant golden body adorned with vibrant red to orange speckles. Native to slow-moving waters of South America, Severums are known for their peaceful temperament, graceful swimming style, and personable nature.

This variety’s shimmering golden hue and bright spotting make it a standout centerpiece for large community aquariums.

🔎 Quick Facts – Red Spot Gold Severum (Heros cf. efasciatus)

• 📛 Common Names: Red Spot Gold Severum, Spotted Gold Severum
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Heros cf. efasciatus
• 🌍 Origin: South America (Amazon River Basin)
• 🎨 Appearance: Golden-yellow body covered with vivid red/orange spots, more intense in mature specimens
• 📏 Max Size: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
• 💎 Availability: Common in the hobby; mostly captive-bred

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🤝 Peaceful for a cichlid; suitable for community aquariums with similarly sized fish
• 👫 Forms pairs for breeding and guards fry
• 🐟 Can be kept with other Severums, larger tetras, Geophagus, and peaceful catfish
• 🪵 Intelligent and recognizes its keeper

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 75+ gallons for a pair
• 🌿 Sandy or fine gravel substrate with driftwood and smooth rocks
• 🌱 Hardy plants or floating vegetation (may nibble softer plants)
• 💡 Moderate lighting
• 🌊 Good filtration with moderate water flow

💧 Water Parameters – Red Spot Gold Severum Care

• 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
• 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous

• 🌾 High-quality cichlid pellets and sticks
• 🦐 Frozen or live brine shrimp, mysis shrimp
• 🪱 Bloodworms, blackworms (as occasional treats)
• 🥬 Blanched vegetables like spinach, peas, or zucchini

📋 Red Spot Gold Severum Care Overview Table

✨ Highlight:

• The Red Spot Gold Severum combines brilliant gold coloration with bold red spotting, offering both beauty and a calm personality—perfect for aquarists seeking an eye-catching yet peaceful centerpiece fish.