Peacock bass fishing, or fishing for the butterfly peacock or speckled peacock, is exciting freshwater fishing. These bass are natives of the Amazon River of South America and can also be found in the waters of Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic, Malaysia, Panama, Singapore and warmer locations in the USA. 

The sport of peacock bass fishing is rapidly spreading after this bass was first introduced into the freshwaters of Florida in 1984 by fish and game officials to aid in the eradication of certain types of undesired fish. Due to the warm water conditions in particular areas of Florida these fish are flourishing.  Being a tropical fish, the peacock bass, cannot tolerate lower water temperatures.

The Florida's peacock bass fishing industry has greatly benefited from the introduction of this fish into Florida's warmer fresh waters. They are a tough fighting fish and have been known to easily destroy many a fisherman's gear. They will strike hard and run out your line. Their aerial jumps make for exciting game fishing for the beginner or expert.

The exciting sport of peacock bass fishing can be done in several parts of the US, but many sport fisherman plan a once in a lifetime trip to the Amazon to catch the peacock bass in their natural habitat. This type of trip also offers a chance to experience the area's unique culture and landscape. They can also be located in the waters of Columbia, the Dominican Republic, Malaysia, Panama, and tropical islands of the U.S.

Flies, artificial or live bait can all be used to attrack the peacock bass.  Some believe the most accurate method is to use live bait and fish during the daytime.   A fly fishing rod and an extremely sharp hook enable a fisherman to hook this elusive fish on the first hit and then enjoy the fight.  A locally trained guide should have most of what is necessary for a memorable peacock bass fishing trip.  

After successful day of peacock bass fishing imagine taking home a keepsake replicate of this prize catch?  The locals can produce such a lifelike replica of your catch that often they are better than most traditional skin mounts.  The fisherman need only provide the taxidermist with a photo and measurements and he will produce a beautiful souvenir for you to take home.

You may have taken Florida fishing trips all your life and be a native Floridian, but if you have not had the thrill of hooking up to a renown fighting peacock bass you haven't fished!