Butterfly peacock bass
Cichla ocellaris
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Brackish
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 74,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 6,8 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 5-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Brackish
Rango de Profundidad
5-?m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Familia | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Especies | Cichla ocellaris |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Butterfly peacock bass get?
Butterfly peacock bass can grow up to 74.0 cm long and weigh 6.8 kg.
What family does Butterfly peacock bass belong to?
Butterfly peacock bass (Cichla ocellaris) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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