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Family: Cichlidae

Water:Freshwater

Species: Aequidens rivulatus Common Name: Golden Severum
 

Natural Source: Ecuador, Peru

Retail Source: captive breed

Tank Habitat: like rocky bottom and hiding places

Water Conditions:68 - 75¼, accepts wide range in water chemistry

see HBH's suggested water treatments: Termin-ITE

Temperament: aggressive

Full-Grown Length: 8 inches

Swimming Level: bottom to mid-water

Skill Level (1-5): challenge 3

Diet: flakes, pellets, beef heart

see HBH suggested foods: South American Cichlid Color,Formula 45, Graze Flake

Caution: tank mates should be selected carefully, a large tank is recommended

Special Note: very aggressive in nature, are good parents to young, develop hump on head during spawning


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