Severum Cichlids is a freshwater fish also known as Severums, Banded Cichlids (Heros severus)

Severum Cichlid (Heros severus) Severum Cichlids is a freshwater fish also known as Severums, Banded Cichlids, and Poor Man’s Discus. 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 grows, its attractiveness grows more intense. They are easy to breed and will live for many years with proper care. They are one of the most colorful cichlid species that are suitable for keeping in a home aquarium. Their colorful body and pleasant personalities makes them a popular aquarium fish. All Severum Cichlid&fall under the Genus &these fish are Native to South America. The Natural Habitat of these fish includes rivers, lakes, flooded areas with trees & vegetation under water. These fish are also known to eat fruits which fall in the waters they inhabit. There are many types of Severum Cichlids which occur naturally, few of them are Heros efasciatus, Heros severus, Heros liberifer. However in the Aquarium Hobby there are more colorful ones, these are all captive bred & due to selective breeding there are lot of variants available like the Red Severum, Green Severum,Yellow Severum, Golden Severum. Few common names used in the Hobby are Hero Cichlid,Convict fish, Sedate Cichlid & so on. Severum can grow up to 8 inches in length. They can be kept as a pair or in a South American Cichlid aquarium...