Where Does Severum Cichlid Live?

Severum Cichlid lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Severum Cichlid

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderately deep waters, often near submerged roots, fallen trees, and dense vegetation.

Environment

Slow-moving rivers, tributaries, floodplains, and lakes with abundant submerged vegetation and woody debris. They prefer areas with soft, acidic water and often dark, tannin-stained conditions.

Geographic range

Native to South America, primarily found in the Orinoco River basin in Venezuela and Colombia, and parts of the Guianas and northern Brazil. Its distribution is quite broad within these regions.

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