Severum - Heros severus

Scientific Name: Heros severus
Other Names: Banded Cichlid
Family: Cichlidae
Origin: Amazon Basin
Adult Size: 8 inches (20 cm)
Social: Relatively peaceful
Lifespan: 10 years
Tank Level: Bottom dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallon
Diet: Carnivore
Breeding: Egglayer, open breeder
Care: Easy
pH: 6.0 - 6.5
Hardness: 5 dGH
Temperature: 73-77 F (23-25 C)