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Red Shoulder Severum - (Heros sp. Rotkeil)
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🐟 Red Shoulder Severum – (Heros sp. ‘Rotkeil’) – Peaceful and Colorful South American Cichlid for Sale

The Red Shoulder Severum (Heros sp. ‘Rotkeil’), also called the Rotkeil Severum, is a striking variant of the Severum cichlid known for its vivid orange-red shoulder markings that contrast beautifully with its green-gold body. Native to river systems in South America, it combines vibrant coloration with a generally peaceful demeanor, making it a favorite for large, planted community aquariums.

With proper care, this species can live for many years, displaying both beauty and intelligence, and often forming bonds with its keepers.


🔎 Quick Facts – Red Shoulder Severum (Heros sp. ‘Rotkeil’)

  • 📛 Common Names: Red Shoulder Severum, Rotkeil Severum
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Heros sp. ‘Rotkeil’
  • 🌍 Origin: South America (Amazon Basin tributaries)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Green-gold body with bold red/orange markings on the shoulders and upper flanks
  • 📏 Max Size: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; often captive-bred

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful for a large cichlid; can be kept in community setups with similar-sized fish
  • 👫 Forms monogamous pairs when breeding
  • 🐟 May show mild territorial behavior during spawning
  • 🪵 Intelligent and interactive with owners

🏠 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 flow

💧 Water Parameters – Red Shoulder 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 and blackworms (as treats)
  • 🥬 Blanched vegetables such as spinach, peas, or zucchini

📋 Red Shoulder Severum Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Amazon Basin, South America
📏 Max Size 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful for a large cichlid
🏠 Tank Size 75+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Large peaceful community tanks

✨ Highlight:

  • The Red Shoulder Severum offers a blend of peaceful temperament and bold coloration, making it an ideal centerpiece fish for large, well-decorated aquariums.
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