Speckled Peacock Bass (Cichla temensis)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameCichla temensis

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asThree-barred Peacock Bass, Açu, Speckled Pavon

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size36 in

Minimum tank size250 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-84°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 2-12 dGH

Appearance

Huge elongated peacock bass; bodies show three dark bars and rows of white speckles over a greenish-gold base, with a gold-ringed tail eyespot.

Difficulty and care for the Speckled Peacock Bass

Hard

Origin and habitat

South America (Amazon and Orinoco basins)

Keeper notes

The largest Cichla species; an apex open-water predator far too big for normal aquariums. Aggressive and voracious.

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