Species Profile
Severum
Heros efasciatus
Cichlidspeaceful
Adult size
8″
Minimum tank
55 gal
Temperature
75–82°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
mid
Diet
Pellets, frozen, veggie
Notes
Sometimes called the 'gentle giant' of cichlids. Will eat small tankmates and plants.
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