Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass, Cichla ocellaris, is a hardy, striking fish whose stately body stature helps with its popularity. Its coloration is a velvety copper and silver. Its eyes and pectoral fins are deep red. Its body displays three elongated spots and a distinct black spot, outlined in yellow. The dorsal fin of the Peacock Bass is a unique, sculpted shape. In keeping with its stately stature, it is often found hovering in plant structures (Jungle Val or Corkscrew Val are great for this species.) Territorial by nature, it must be kept only with other semi-aggressive or aggressive fish of a size equal to or larger than it. As a mature adult, a nuchal hump forms on males. Juveniles are indistinguishable. This species will not dig or uproot plants as many other Cichlids do. As eager eater, the Peacock Bass will readily accept pellet foods, worms, or small feeder fish.
Approximate Arrival Size for Peacock Bass: Small: 1 to 2 inches; Medium: 2.5 to 3.5 inches; Large: 4 to 5; XLarge: 6 to 7
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