Orinoco Peacock Bass (Cichla orinocensis) Oscar Unique panda-like juvenile pattern

Unique panda-like juvenile pattern

Predominately sedentary fish

Tank Requirements

Although they are more towards the peaceful side to their same species when housing these beautiful spotted true parrots they can claim territory in the tank and claim territory

Heros Severum originates from the far upper reaches of the Rio Negro in Colombia

Orinoco Peacock Bass (Cichla orinocensis) Oscar Unique panda-like juvenile patternOrinoco Peacock Bass (Cichla orinocensis) The Orinoco Peacock Bass (Cichla orinocensis) is one of the most striking and powerful freshwater predators available in the aquarium trade. Native to the Orinoco River Basin in Venezuela and Colombia, this species is renowned for its vivid coloration, aggressive feeding response, and commanding presence. Juveniles display bold vertical barring and eye catching ocelli (false eye spots), while adults develop