Heros notatus Care Guide
Heros notatus is a spotted severum from the Amazon and Rio Negro basins of Brazil, reaching about 15 cm standard length.
Overview
Heros notatus is a severum cichlid distinguished by black spotting. It is a deep-bodied, laterally compressed freshwater fish of the genus Heros. According to FishBase, it reaches a maximum of about 15 cm standard length.
Taxonomy
- Family: Cichlidae
- Genus: Heros
- Scientific name: Heros notatus
Habitat
FishBase records Heros notatus from the Amazon River basin and the Negro River basin in Brazil. It is a benthopelagic freshwater species of tropical climate.
Tank requirements
- Minimum tank volume: 300 L
- Temperature: 25-29 °C (77-84 °F)
- pH: 5.0-7.0
- GH: 1-8 °dGH
- Lifespan: 8-12 years
- Adult size: up to about 15 cm SL (FishBase)
Diet
As an omnivorous member of the genus Heros, it takes a mix of plant and animal matter. In captivity it accepts quality prepared foods supplemented with vegetable matter and occasional live or frozen invertebrates.
Compatibility
Severums are relatively peaceful for their size and occupy the middle of the water column. Suitable companions are calm South American species of comparable size; very small fish and aggressive cichlids should be avoided.