{"product_id":"large-mouthbrooding-severum-5","title":"LARGE Mouthbrooding Severum (5”)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"133\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eHeros liberifer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eMaximum Size and Lifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"342\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"282\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eGrows up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"280\"\u003e8-10\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"342\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"342\"\u003eLifespan of around \u003cstrong data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"319\"\u003e10–12 years\u003c\/strong\u003e in proper conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"413\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size, Water Changes, and Water Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eTank Size: Minimum \u003cstrong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e75 gallons (280 liters)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a pair, larger for community setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eWater Changes: \u003cstrong data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"539\"\u003e30–40% weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain stable water quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e25–29°C (77–84°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"660\"\u003epH: \u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"631\"\u003e6.0–7.2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eTankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eBest kept with \u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"778\"\u003epeaceful to semi-aggressive South American cichlids\u003c\/strong\u003e of similar size (e.g., Uaru, Geophagus)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eCan be kept with larger peaceful fish such as Silver Dollars, Severum variants, or Plecos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eAvoid overly aggressive cichlids (like Midas, Red Devils) and small community fish that may be seen as prey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eOmnivorous with a preference for plant-based foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eDiet should include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eHigh-quality cichlid pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eFresh vegetables (spinach, peas, zucchini)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eOccasional live\/frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, krill)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eAvoid protein-heavy diets to reduce digestive issues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eThe Mouthbrooding Severum (\u003cem data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eHeros liberifer\u003c\/em\u003e) is closely related to the common Severum but is distinct in its breeding behavior, where females (and sometimes males) incubate the eggs and fry in their mouths for protection. They are relatively peaceful for their size and make excellent centerpiece cichlids in a South American community aquarium. Their oval-shaped body, coloration, and unique breeding strategy make them highly sought after among advanced aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eNatural Environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eNative to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eblackwater tributaries of the upper Orinoco and Rio Negro basins\u003c\/strong\u003e in South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003eFound in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eslow-moving rivers, flooded forests, and areas with submerged roots and leaf litter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003eWaters are typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003esoft, acidic, and tannin-stained\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eDistinctive for being one of the few South American cichlids that practices \u003cstrong data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003ematernal\/paternal mouthbrooding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003ePairs form bonds and courtship involves cleaning surfaces and close swimming displays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003eEggs are laid on flat surfaces, but shortly after, the female (and sometimes male) \u003cstrong data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003ecollects the eggs into the mouth\u003c\/strong\u003e for incubation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003eFry are released after \u003cstrong data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003e1–2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, and parents may continue to guard them afterward\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003eBreeding success is more likely in species-only aquariums with soft, acidic water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Global Fish Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67713932427583,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/0455\/8407\/files\/716DE1E7-9091-49A7-9728-A56ACF8DCFAD.jpg?v=1791929521","url":"https:\/\/globalfishco.com\/products\/large-mouthbrooding-severum-5","provider":"Global Fish Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}