Turquoise Severum "Peru"

Remarks: Wild caught Turquoise Severums from Peru have been given the scientific name Heros appendiculatus, though some consider them a variant of Heros efasciatus, like the Green Severum. They have 9 stress bars, and males are covered in gorgeous small red spots.

Scientific Name: Heros appendiculatus

Common Name: Turquoise Severum "Peru"

Max Size: 10"

pH: 6.0-7.5

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 70-84°

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Wild

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Medium schooling fish, similarly sized South American cichlids, catfish, plecos

Tank Mate Options:

• Mouthbrooding Severum
• Geophagus sp. Red Head Tapajos
• Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish