Peacock Bass — Borboleta
Cichla orinocensis
Local / Portuguese name
Tucunaré-Borboleta
Scientific name
Cichla orinocensis
Typical size
Typically 3–6 lbs, up to 10 lbs.
Habitat
Blackwater and clearwater rivers of the Rio Negro and Orinoco basins.
More Detail
Named for the three round, butterfly-like rosettes marking its flanks, the Borboleta is smaller than the Açu but no less aggressive. It's a prolific striker on topwater and a favorite for anglers who want nonstop action between trophy hunts for the bigger peacock species.
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