Current Category American Cichlids

GREEN SEVERUM 3.5CM
	The Severum is a popular large Cichlid with a quiet, peaceful disposition.  Both sexes at first are very similar in appearance, mature males gradually developing scribbled markings over the head and brighter colour.  They prefer vegetable based/green foods and enjoy treats such as lettuce leaves.  Native to northern South America, they can grow to 15-20cm.

TEXAS - HERICHTHYS CARPINTIS 4CM
	This is a hardy species, quite attractive with both sexes having large blue-green spotting over the body and fins.  Easy to care for, Texas can be kept with other robust species in a large aquarium with plenty of hiding places.  Native to Mexico and southern USA, males can grow to 20cm or more, the females remain smaller.