Widespread throughout the Amazon main channel and rio Solimoes and also recorded from the rio Xingu. Slow moving rivers, tributaries and floodplain lakes. It’s most abundant in deeper, calm waters with a lot of submerged tree roots and branches. 12″ (30cm).

Mar 5, 2025 · The severum cichlid (Heros severus) is a hardy fish with some pretty interesting nicknames. You might see it called the “poor man’s discus” or the “banded cichlid.” Whatever name it goes by, these freshwater fish can be a joy to raise in captivity.

Nov 24, 2023 · In the aquarium trade, “Severum Cichlid” widely refers to fish in the genus Heros. Therefore, Heros severus, Heros efasciatus, and Heros liberifer are all considered Severus Cichlids. Severum Cichlids are attractive, serene, and active. As it …

Dec 11, 2023 · The Severum Cichlid, scientifically known as Heros efasciatus, belongs to the diverse Cichlidae family. Originating from the slow-moving waters of the Amazon basin, these fish are not a rarity in the aquarium trade.

Dec 20, 2021 · There are five species of severum cichlids, the Heros severus, Heros efasciatus, Heros liberifer, Heros notatus, and Heros spurius, all of which look different from one another. Heros severus are the most popular fish and the easiest to purchase for home aquariums.

Oct 3, 2024 · The Severum Cichlid (Heros severus), also known as the Banded Cichlid or Hero Cichlid, is a popular aquarium fish native to South America. Known for its vibrant color variations, including green, gold, and red-spotted varieties, the Severum is a …

Apr 22, 2020 · Red-spotted severums are vivid fish that any hobbyist should introduce to his/her aquarium. They add pomp and color to your tank achieving that aesthetic touch complemented by live plants and tank mates.

Aug 6, 2019 · The Hero Severum (Heros efasciatus) is known as the common severum - the fish pictured is actually a wild collected Heros notatus. H. efasciatus gets to about 12 inches (31 cm) and needs at least a 55 gallon aquarium or larger.

Oct 3, 2024 · Severums, also known as Heros efasciatus, are large, visually appealing cichlids that are relatively easy to care for but require meticulous tank maintenance. Their territorial nature means they should be housed with similarly sized, robust tankmates.

Heros severus (previously known as Cichlasoma severum), is a species of tropical freshwater cichlid native to the upper Orinoco and upper Rio Negro basins in South America. [2] It has historically been confused with several other species in the genus, most recently H. liberifer .