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Green Severum - (Heros efasciatus)

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Green Severum - (Heros efasciatus)
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🐟 Green Severum (Heros efasciatus)

The Green Severum is a striking cichlid native to South America’s river basins, prized for its vibrant green coloration and peaceful temperament. This species is popular among aquarists who appreciate its moderate size and relatively calm behavior compared to other cichlids.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Green Severum
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Heros efasciatus
  • 🧬 Family: Cichlidae
  • 🌎 Origin: South America — Amazon, Orinoco, and Essequibo basins
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 8 inches (20 cm)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • 🕊️ Generally peaceful but territorial during breeding
  • 🐟 Interactive and intelligent
  • 🤝 Best kept with similarly sized, peaceful community fish
  • 🛑 Avoid aggressive tankmates

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons+
  • 🪨 Provide rocks, driftwood, and caves for hiding
  • 🌿 Moderate planting with open swimming areas
  • 💨 Good filtration and stable water conditions

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 74–82°F (23–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

  • Omnivorous — accepts pellets, flakes, live and frozen foods

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Green Severum
🧬 Scientific Name Heros efasciatus
🌍 Origin South America — Amazon, Orinoco, Essequibo basins
📏 Max Size Up to 8 in (20 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Peaceful, territorial in breeding
🛁 Tank Size 55+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 74–82°F (23–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🐠 Ideal For Community tanks, moderate-sized cichlid setups

📝 Snippet

The Green Severum (Heros efasciatus) is a beautiful, moderately sized cichlid known for its peaceful nature and bright green coloration. Ideal for community aquariums with plenty of space and hiding places.

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