Species guide
How to catch Speckled pavon
Cichla temensis
freshwatergame fishCichlidae
The Speckled pavon is a striking freshwater predator known for its fusiform body and impressive size. This species is popular among anglers for its strong fight and beautiful markings. Found across parts of North and South America, it thrives in various freshwater habitats.
Where they live
Inhabits freshwater rivers and lakes in North and South America. Prefers diverse freshwater environments where prey species are abundant.
Typical size
Up to about 99 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- macrofauna
- Acestrorhynchus heterolepis
- Hemigrammus analis
- Crenicichla species
- Nannostomus species
- Semaprochilodus kneri
Best baits
- live fish
- cut bait
- artificial fish imitations
Best lures
- large crankbaits
- topwater lures
- spinnerbaits
- soft plastic swimbaits
How to fish for them
- casting with lures
- using live bait
- trolling
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