Gold Spot Severum (Heros efasciatus) A colourful variant of the Severum with a green-gold body and distinctive gold spots, this hardy and characterful cichlid is a fantastic showpiece for South American cichlid tanks. Peaceful for a cichlid, it develops richer colour as it matures and pairs well with medium community fish. Care at a Glance: Minimum Tank Size: 200L with driftwood, rocks, and open swimming space Temperature: 2428°C pH Range: 6.07.5 Water Hardness: Soft to moderate Temperament: Peaceful for a cichlid, can be territorial when breeding Diet: Flakes, pellets, frozen bloodworms, blanched vegetables Max Size: 1520cm Lifespan: 810+ years Care Level: Easy Tank Mates:Peaceful South American cichlids, medium tetras, catfish, and rainbowfish; avoid very small fish and aggressive species. Origin:Captive-bred variant (wild ancestors from the Amazon Basin, South America)