Can Discus and Severum live together?

Discus and Severum are possible with care. The comparison on this page runs the same compatibility engine as the tank builder, checking temperature and pH overlap, predation by size, temperament, and known hard-pair conflicts.

Species Comparison

Discus vs Severum

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Severum

Heros efasciatus

Verdict:Possible with care

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Cichlids

6″

Adult size

8″

75gal

Min tank

55gal

82–88°F

Temperature

75–82°F

5.5–7

6–7.5

peaceful

Temperament

peaceful

Schooling

Solitary

mid

Water level

mid

Compatibility notes

warnDiscus and Severum only narrowly overlap in temperature — keep within 82–82°F.

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