Cichla temensis
How to identify a Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass are found in flooded timber, lagoons; explosive topwater.. Use these features as a starting point and compare with a full identification guide before relying on any identification.
EnvironmentFreshwater
SeasonDry season (low water)
Habitat and range
Flooded timber, lagoons; explosive topwater.
Where to catch Peacock Bass
- Rio Negro (BR)
- Orinoco (VE/CO)
Peacock Bass by state
State season calendars that list Peacock Bass — each shows the months it is in season and the official licence source:
- Colorado — seasons, best months and licence info
Baits and lures
Big prop baits · stickbaits · jigs
Related species
Often caught in the same waters or confused with Peacock Bass:
- Australian Bass — identification & profile (Freshwater)
- Butterfly Peacock Bass — identification & profile (Freshwater)
- Largemouth Bass — identification & profile (Freshwater)
- Rock Bass — identification & profile (Freshwater)
- Shadow Bass — identification & profile (Freshwater)
- Smallmouth Bass — identification & profile (Freshwater)
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