{"product_id":"cichild-severum-golden","title":"Cichild  Severum  Golden","description":"\u003ch4 data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eGolden Severum \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"545\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"287\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"303\"\u003eHeros severus\u003c\/em\u003e (Gold\/Golden morph)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"371\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"371\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"342\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden Severum, Gold Severum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cichlidae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"438\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"438\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America (Amazon Basin)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"499\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"450\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 inches (15–20 cm), sometimes up to 10 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"545\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"515\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 years (with proper care)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"550\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"573\"\u003e🌟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"573\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"627\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"627\"\u003eVibrant golden-yellow body with subtle orange hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eRounded body shape, long fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"687\"\u003eEyes may appear reddish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eSome may show faint vertical bars or iridescent spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"749\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e🧠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eTemperament and Behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially during breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"889\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eGenerally more peaceful than many large cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eCan be kept with other robust, similarly sized fish—but avoid small or overly aggressive tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eIntelligent and personable; they often recognize and interact with their owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e🏡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 55 gallons for one; 75+ gallons for a pair or community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard (4–15 dGH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eSand or fine gravel substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eHiding spots: driftwood, caves, rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eHardy plants (they may uproot or nibble softer plants).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eModerate filtration and regular water changes are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eOmnivorous: Accepts high-quality pellets, flakes, and fresh or frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eSupplement with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eVegetables (blanched spinach, peas, zucchini)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003eProtein (bloodworms, brine shrimp, krill)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eA varied diet helps maintain vibrant color and health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e🐣 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eGolden Severums form monogamous pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eThey lay eggs on flat surfaces (rocks, broad leaves).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eBoth parents guard the eggs and fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eBreeding can be aggressive—best done in a separate tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e🤝 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eChoose peaceful to semi-aggressive, similarly sized fish, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eSilver Dollars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003eLarge Tetras (e.g., Congo Tetras)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eAngelfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (with caution)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003ePlecos\u003c\/strong\u003e (bristlenose, rubberlip)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eOther peaceful cichlids (e.g., Keyholes, Firemouths)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Pets SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42413198049323,"sku":"CA0485","price":165.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4676\/6123\/files\/CichildSeverumGolden.jpg?v=1760778541","url":"https:\/\/aquaticpetssa.com\/products\/cichild-severum-golden","provider":"Aquatic Pets SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}