Peacock Bass fishing
Cichla monoculus
About Peacock Bass
This peacock bass is a widespread Amazonian cichlid, an aggressive sight-feeder that ambushes baitfish around structure, lagoon mouths and submerged timber. It attacks topwater walkers, jerkbaits and jigs with explosive surface blow-ups. Fish it under bright sun when the fish are most active and visible.
Typical size: Typically 1 to 4 kg; trophy fish over 6 kg. Record (approx.): approx. 8 kg (varies by region).
Season, time and habitat
Best season
Jan-Dec
Best time
Dawn, day, dusk
Habitat
River, Lake
Season by month
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Darker cell = more active that month. Based on the species' usual yearly rhythm.
Common questions
When is the best time to catch Peacock Bass?
Peacock Bass fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows in the day are usually dawn, day, dusk.
Where can you catch Peacock Bass?
Peacock Bass is most often found in river, lake. Napp shows the nearest waters and the live odds on the bite right now.