Red Spot Gold Severum Cichlid (Heros efasciatus) – Vibrant Gold Severum with Red Spotted Pattern

🟡 Red Spot Gold Severum Cichlid (Heros efasciatus) – Vibrant Gold Severum with Red Spotted Pattern

The Red Spot Gold Severum is a striking color morph of Heros efasciatus, featuring a rich golden-yellow body accented with bright red speckling across the face and flanks. This peaceful, intelligent South American cichlid is a favorite among hobbyists for its bright coloration, calm temperament, and graceful movement.

Perfect for semi-peaceful cichlid setups or large planted aquariums, the Red Spot Gold Severum makes an exceptional centerpiece fish that brings bold color and personality to any tank.

🌟 Key Features

🟡 Beautiful Gold Base Color – Deep yellow tones that brighten with age
🔴 Striking Red Spotted Pattern – Distinct speckling on the face & body
🐠 Calm, Semi-Peaceful Cichlid – Great with similarly sized tankmates
🌿 Plant-Friendly (With Caution) – Best with hardy or potted plants
🧠 Smart & Social – Recognizes its keeper and interacts at feeding time

⚙️ Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Heros efasciatus
• Common Name: Red Spot Gold Severum
• Temperament: Semi-peaceful
• Adult Size: 7–8 inches
• Diet: Omnivore – pellets, spirulina, veggies, frozen foods
• Tank Size: 55 gallons minimum
• Water Temperature: 75–82°F
• pH Range: 6.0–7.5
• Lifespan: 8–10 years

💡 Tank Setup Tips

• Provide driftwood, rocks, and hardy plants like Anubias or Java fern.
• Maintain clean, stable water parameters.
• Avoid tiny fish or shrimp—they may be eaten.
• Ideal tankmates include:
• Keyhole cichlids
• Silver dollars
• Angelfish
• Festivums
• Peaceful Geophagus species

❓ FAQ

Q: Are Red Spot Gold Severums aggressive?
A: Much calmer than most cichlids; occasional territorial behavior during breeding is normal.

Q: Will they destroy plants?
A: They may nibble soft plants—hardy species or potted plants work best.

Q: Are they easy to keep?
A: Yes—great for intermediate hobbyists with properly sized tanks.

Q: How can I enhance their color?
A: Feed spirulina flakes, krill, shrimp-based foods, and color-enhancing pellets.