Heros liberifer (Green Form)

The Green Form of Heros liberifer originates from Colombian and Venezuelan Orinoco tributaries. It is slightly more compact than H. efasciatus, with a proportionally smaller maximum size and a particularly vivid green-gold body colouration accented by fine red spotting on the mid-flanks and subtle lateral banding. This form is occasionally confused with H. efasciatus but can be distinguished by its smaller adult size, more rounded snout profile, and distinctive colouration. It adjusts well to aquarium life in soft, warm water and is a peaceful species compatible with a range of large, non-aggressive South American fish.