{"product_id":"gold-severum-cichlid","title":"Gold Severum Cichlid","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHeros efasciatus\u003c\/em\u003e — Gold variety\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Severum is a selectively bred color variety of the popular South American Severum Cichlid. Instead of the darker green coloration of the standard form, Gold Severums develop a bright creamy-yellow to golden body, often accompanied by orange or reddish markings across the face and body as they mature. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeverums are among the more manageable larger South American cichlids. They're generally mild-mannered compared with highly aggressive species such as Green Terrors or Jack Dempseys, although adults can become territorial—particularly when a breeding pair forms. They also grow considerably larger than they appear as juveniles, so customers need to plan for their adult size. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive \/ Generally Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1–2 inches — Juvenile\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8–10 inches, with larger specimens possible\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–75+ gallons recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–84°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard water\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive-bred color variety; parent species originates from South America. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a spacious aquarium with plenty of open swimming room along with driftwood, branches, rocks, and sheltered areas. Sand makes an excellent substrate. Gold Severums may dig and can eat or damage softer aquarium plants, so hardy plants or plants attached to hardscape are better choices. Strong biological filtration and regular maintenance are important as these fish grow. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a varied omnivorous diet consisting of quality cichlid pellets or flakes with plenty of vegetable matter. Spirulina-based foods, shelled peas, and blanched greens can be supplemented with foods such as bloodworms, chopped earthworms, shrimp, and other appropriately sized frozen foods. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are purchasing a \u003cstrong\u003ejuvenile Gold Severum approximately 1–2 inches in size\u003c\/strong\u003e. Juveniles will be substantially smaller and may display less intense coloration than mature specimens. Their gold coloration, orange\/red markings, body depth, and fin development will continue to develop as they mature. Juveniles are sold unsexed unless otherwise specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52679252607256,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-14at10.25.28AM.png?v=1789395963","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/gold-severum-cichlid","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}