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Royal peacock bass
Cichla intermedia
Overview
Cichla intermedia, the royal peacock bass, is a large species of cichlid found in the Orinoco River basin in Venezuela and Colombia.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live shiners
Use large shiners for best results.
- Live tilapia
A very popular bait, readily available.
- Live shad
Effective when shad are present.
- Live goldfish
Goldfish are hardy and attract attention.
Artificial Lures
- Rapala Super Shad RapCrankbaitBuy
Good for covering water quickly.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbaitBuy
Excellent for deeper presentations.
- Zoom Horny ToadSoft PlasticBuy
Fish it on the surface for explosive strikes.
- Heddon Super Spook Jr.TopwaterBuy
Walk-the-dog action triggers reaction strikes.
- Strike King KVD SpinnerbaitSpinnerBuy
Versatile bait for various conditions.
Techniques
Focus on areas with structure like submerged trees, rocks, and drop-offs, as Royal peacock bass are ambush predators that prefer cover.
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Where to Find Royal peacock bass
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Royal peacock bass?+
Popular baits for Royal peacock bass include Live shiners, Live tilapia, Live shad, Live goldfish, Rapala Super Shad Rap. Tip: Focus on areas with structure like submerged trees, rocks, and drop-offs, as Royal peacock bass are ambush predators that prefer cover.
Where can I catch Royal peacock bass?+
Royal peacock bass can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Apure, Venezuela. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Royal peacock bass get?+
Royal peacock bass (Cichla intermedia) can reach up to 55.00000120000001 cm in length and 3 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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