Severum (Orange Shoulder)

Description

Orange Shoulder Severums,

2 inch mixed sex.

Severum (Orange Shoulder) is offered as live freshwater livestock. Review the adult space, feeding, and compatibility requirements below before ordering.

Care Requirements

• Scientific Name: Heros species and ornamental strains
• Adult Size: usually about 8–10 inches; some larger
• Temperature: 76–82°F
• pH: 6.0–7.0
• Water Hardness: soft to moderate
• Tank Size: 75 gallons for one adult; 125 gallons or larger for a pair or community
• Temperament: Usually moderate; territorial when spawning
• Setup: Provide a broad aquarium, sturdy wood, and open space; plants may be eaten.
• Diet: Balanced cichlid pellets with plant content, vegetables, and appropriate aquatic frozen foods.
• Compatibility: Choose calm, suitably sized fish; avoid highly aggressive cichlids and tiny prey.

Use a fully cycled aquarium, stable water conditions, and regular water changes. Plan space for the animals as they grow.

Read the full care guide

Shipping

• Ships Mondays. Orders must be placed by Sunday night to ship Monday.
• Orders received after the Sunday-night cutoff ship the following Monday.
• Live animals are packed with oxygen in insulated boxes, with temperature protection as needed.
• Shipping charges are shown at checkout.

Please check your local possession requirements before ordering.

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