Red Shoulder Rocktail Severum

🐟 RED SHOULDER ROTKEIL SEVERUM 🌎 Origin: South America — Amazon & Orinoco river regions 📏 Adult Size: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) 🏠 Tank Size: Minimum 4 ft / 250–300 L for an adult; larger is better for a community setup 🌡️ Temperature: 24–28°C 💧 pH: 6.0–7.5 ⚡ Temperament: Peaceful to semi-aggressive; generally calmer than many large Central American cichlids ⏳ Lifespan: 8–10+ years with proper care 🍤 Feeding: Quality cichlid pellets, shrimp, bloodworms, and occasional vegetable-based foods. Feed 1–2 times daily in controlled portions. 🐠 Tank Mates: 🪨 Geophagus 🪨 Uaru Cichlid 🪨 Severum 🪨 Angelfish 🪨 Silver Dollar 🪨 Clown Loach 🪨 Bristlenose Pleco 🪨 Tank Setup & Care: • Fine sand or smooth gravel substrate • Driftwood, rocks & sturdy plants for hiding places • Moderate water flow with strong biological filtration • Keep ammonia & nitrite at 0 ppm • Regular 25–40% weekly water changes • Avoid very aggressive tank mates and overcrowding • Provide plenty of open swimming space 💙 AAF Tips: ⭐ Rotkeil Severum develops its best red shoulder coloration when kept healthy and stress-free. ⭐ A varied, high-quality diet + clean, stable water = better growth and color. ⭐ Avoid keeping it with fish small enough to fit in its mouth.