Super Red Spotted Severum - 3 inch+

Super Red Spotted Severum is a striking South American cichlid admired for its rich gold to orange base colour and attractive red spotting across the body. At around 3 inch+, this juvenile size is ideal for hobbyists who want to grow out a beautiful centerpiece fish while observing its colour development and personality over time.

Compared with many aggressive cichlids, severums are often considered more manageable and can work well in spacious aquariums with the right companions. They are active, intelligent fish that appreciate stable water, efficient filtration, and a thoughtfully arranged tank with open swimming space as well as sheltered areas.

Key Features

• Appearance: Rounded severum body shape with a bright golden-orange base and eye-catching red spots that become more pronounced as the fish matures.
• Size: Supplied at approximately 3 inch+ size, making it suitable for grow-out in a well-maintained aquarium.
• Colors: Warm yellow, orange, and red tones create a bold display fish for freshwater cichlid tanks.
• Lifespan: With proper care, severums can live for many years and become a long-term part of a display aquarium.
• Temperament: Generally semi-peaceful for a cichlid, though it may become territorial during feeding or when establishing its space.
• Water Type: Freshwater species best kept in clean, stable, well-filtered conditions.

Care Requirements

• Tank Size: A tank of at least 180 litres is recommended for juveniles, with larger aquariums preferred for adults or mixed cichlid communities.
• Water Parameters: Ideal temperature is around 24-28°C with pH between 6.5 and 7.5. Stable water quality is more important than chasing exact numbers.
• Diet: Omnivorous and easy to feed on quality cichlid pellets, granules, and occasional frozen or protein-rich treats. Vegetable matter in the diet also helps maintain balance.
• Tank Mates: Best with similarly sized peaceful to semi-aggressive fish that can handle cichlid behaviour. Avoid very small fish, delicate slow swimmers, or highly aggressive tank mates.
• Care Tips: Use strong filtration, regular water changes, and décor such as driftwood, rocks, or sturdy plants to create territories without overcrowding the tank.
• Growth Pattern: Juveniles may look mild at first, but as they mature they need more swimming room and closer attention to compatibility.

This fish is a strong option for aquarists who want a colourful cichlid without choosing one of the more extreme aggressive species. Selecting a healthy juvenile and providing space, stable water, and a quality diet will help bring out the best body shape and colour over time.