Species Spotlight - Severum Snape! (The Golden Severum) - Episode 26

In this episode, Barry talks about the Gold Severum. A relatively mild mannered South American cichlid that is native to Brazil. Growing up to 10 inches at maturity, a 55 gallon tank is the minimum size for one adult. Severums prefer soft, acidic water and should be provided with a pH close to . They are omnivorous and their diet should include meaty foods along with a variety of plant material. They are not the best choice for planted aquariums since they will eat live plants. As with all cichlids, this fish can be aggressive, but more aggression will be seen if a mated pair is kept.