Can severums live with zebra plecos?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Severums and zebra plecos get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 79–84°F. Plan on at least 55 gal.

SeverumSeverum74–84°F · pH 6–7 Zebra plecoZebra pleco79–88°F · pH 6–7.5

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 79–84°Severum 74–84°Zebra pleco 79–88°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Severum · 8 inZebra pleco · 3.5 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"7"8"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

SeverumZebra pleco
Temperature74–84 °F79–88 °F
pH6–76–7.5
Adult size8.0 in3.5 in
Minimum tank55 gal30 gal
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful
Swims atMiddleBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

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Questions

Can severums live with zebra plecos?

Yes. Severums and zebra plecos get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 79–84°F. Plan on at least 55 gal.

What temperature suits both severums and zebra plecos?

79–84 °F. Severums need 74–84 °F, zebra plecos need 79–88 °F.

What size tank do severums and zebra plecos need together?

At least 55 gal, set by the severum. Add space for each extra fish.