Gold Severum tank mates
Heros severus
4 rated pairings from the Gold Severum care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Gold Severum needs at least 55 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Bristlenose Pleco
Ancistrus sp.
20 gal min · 5" adult · Peaceful
Nocturnal algae eater that avoids conflict; helps maintain tank cleanliness without competing for food
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Small schooling fish that stay in upper water column; too small to trigger predatory behavior in well-fed severums
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish that occupy different zones; their small size and speed help them coexist safely
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.