Peacock Bass (Cichla Ocellaris)
Max weight 6.8kg
Predtaory.
The Peacock Bass is an aggressive member of the Perciformes (perch-like fish) order of fishes. The Peacock Bass is limited in its range to parts of South America such as Suriname, French Guiana and Guyanna and is highly prized by recreational anglers from across the world.
The Peacock Bass occurs in quiet waters and rapids preferably with rocky substrates where it aggressively hunts small fish such as Tilapia, threadfin shad, mosquito fish and Blue Gill. This striking member of the Cichlidae family of fish displays vibrant green or yellow colours throughout its flanks interspersed with thick black lateral bands. Large red eyes keenly seek out prey fish in the murky waters that it inhabits.
The Peacock Bass is easily identified by an eye spot located near the base of its tail which is designed to ward off any attacks by other predator fish. The Peacock Bass is found in various commercial fisheries throughout Thailand. |
