Temensis Peacock Bass (Cichla temensis) Sizes:6.5 - 7 inches Constant swimmer that dominates open

Constant swimmer that dominates open water

Compatible: Arowanas

Can be housed in community tanks with non-aggressive species

Care & Behavior

Temensis Peacock Bass (Cichla temensis) Sizes:6.5 - 7 inches Constant swimmer that dominates openTemensis Peacock Bass (Cichla temensis) is the largest member of the peacock bass genus and is a top level predator in their native South American river habitat. They are most often found in slow moving or still water environments like lagoons, backwaters and shoreline pockets. While Temensis Peacock Bass spend a good portion of their time in calm waters, they will readily move out into faster waters to feed and to ward off potential competitors.