Fishing for Speckled peacock bass

Cichla temensis

The speckled peacock bass is a vibrant freshwater fish found in the Amazon River basin. It features striking yellow and green hues with distinctive dark speckles. Typically reaching up to 36 inches and weighing around 30 pounds, it preys on smaller fish. Known for its aggressive behavior, it thrives in slow-moving waters and is a prized catch among anglers. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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