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Pearl cichlid

Pearl cichlid

Geophagus brasiliensis

Family
Cichlidae
Max Length
28 cm
Max Weight
0.6 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
43

Overview

The pearl cichlid is a species of fish in the South American cichlid family. It is native to southeastern Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and far northeastern Argentina, where it is found in rivers, lakes, and nearby slightly brackish lagoons. It has been introduced to several countries far from its native range, including the United States, Australia, the Philippines, and Taiwan. This species is popular among aquarists.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    Effective, readily available, and easy to use.

  • Nightcrawlers

    Larger worms attract bigger fish.

  • Crickets

    Good for surface feeding.

  • Grasshoppers

    Another effective surface bait.

  • Mealworms

    Can be used on small hooks.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Classic spinner for all-around use.

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  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Great for imitating small fish.

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  • Zoom Trick WormSoft Plastic

    Texas-rigged or Carolina-rigged are deadly.

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  • Strike King Mini King SpinnerbaitSpinnerbait

    Smaller profile for pressured fish.

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  • Johnson Silver MinnowSpoon

    Weedless spoon, great for heavy cover.

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Techniques

Fish near structure like submerged logs or rocks, as Pearl cichlids often use these areas for cover and ambush points.

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Where to Find Pearl cichlid

Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil10 spotsParaná, Brazil7 spotsSanta Catarina, Brazil5 spotsSão Paulo, Brazil4 spotsWestern Australia, Australia3 spotsMinas Gerais, Brazil2 spotsNew South Wales, Australia1 spotsRio de Janeiro, Brazil1 spotsGoiás, Brazil1 spotsAmapá, Brazil1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Pearl cichlid?+

Popular baits for Pearl cichlid include Earthworms, Nightcrawlers, Crickets, Grasshoppers, Mealworms. Tip: Fish near structure like submerged logs or rocks, as Pearl cichlids often use these areas for cover and ambush points.

Where can I catch Pearl cichlid?+

Pearl cichlid can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil; Paraná, Brazil; Santa Catarina, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 43 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Pearl cichlid get?+

Pearl cichlid (Geophagus brasiliensis) can reach up to 28.0000001 cm in length and 0.6061 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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