Super Red Spot Severum

Care requirements

• Minimum tank 48 × 18 in (120 × 45 cm) or larger.
• Adult size 12 in (300 mm), excluding the tail
• Temperature 75–79°F (24–26°C)
• pH 6.5–7
• GH 4–8 dGH
• Ammonia and nitrite 0 ppm

Housing & compatibility

Leave open space between shelters. In a larger tank, choose sturdy fish with similar water needs. Separate a breeding pair if it starts driving other fish away.

Diet

Feed a complete cichlid staple suited to the species. Add suitable frozen food and plant matter such as Hikari Algae Wafers for variety.

Species notes

The red spots are the feature to look for when you choose one. Leave space for the adult fish, even if the one you take home is small.