Where Does Three-barred Peacock Bass Live?

Three-barred Peacock Bass lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Three-barred Peacock Bass

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderately deep waters, often near submerged structures.

Environment

Inhabits clear to blackwater rivers, lakes, and lagoons. Prefers areas with submerged vegetation, fallen trees (snags), rocky outcrops, and other structures that provide ambush points and cover. Often found in slower-moving sections of rivers and oxbow lakes.

Geographic range

Native to the Tocantins-Araguaia River basin in Brazil, particularly in the states of Goiás, Tocantins, and Pará. It has also been introduced to other regions for sport fishing.

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