Fishing for Orinoco peacock bass

Cichla orinocensis

The Orinoco peacock bass is a vibrant freshwater fish native to the Orinoco River basin. It features striking yellow and green hues with distinctive black spots. Typically reaching 12-20 inches and weighing 3-10 pounds, it preys on smaller fish and crustaceans. Known for its aggressive behavior, it thrives in warm, slow-moving waters with abundant vegetation. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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