Not sure if you guys have seen this.
First for me..
[FONT=Arial,Helvetica][SIZE=+4]Rio Paru Peacock Bass (1st pix)
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Note the unusually deep body of this large male specimen of the as- yet unidentified or undescribed Rio Paru peacock. This fish utilizes a wide range of habitats in fast water. Spawning pairs frequent quiet lagoons and off-river backwaters while hunting adults utilize even fast rapids. This peacock has similarities to C. thyrorus and C. vazzoleri, however, it shows some morphometric characters that differentiate it from those species. It appears to be most similar to, and may be C. jariina
[FONT=Arial,Helvetica][SIZE=+2]Identification Keys[/SIZE][/FONT] Bars and Markings Colors Size Key Characters Similar Species Adults possess three blotchy, incomplete vertical bars Distinct dark markings on operculum. Juveniles marked with rows of horizontal white dots. Body olive on dorsum, shading to gold on sides. Abdomen white. Lower fins yellowish with blue edges. Juveniles: up to about 200mm (8 inches) Adults: from 200mm up to about 485mm (19 inches)
Depth to length ratio approx. 36% Lateral Line Scales approx. 102 Appears to be most morphologically similar to
C. jariina
[FONT=Arial,Helvetica][SIZE=+4]Rio Travessao Peacock Bass (2nd pix)[/SIZE][/FONT]
Note the deep-bodied form and unique markings of the as- yet unidentified or undescribed Travessão peacock. Spawning pairs are found in quiet lagoons and off-river backwaters, juveniles hide in riverbank structure, while hunting adults frequent rapids and eddies, in stark contrast to the lentic behavior of its lowlands brethren.
[FONT=Arial,Helvetica][SIZE=+2]Identification Keys[/SIZE][/FONT] Bars and Markings Colors Size Key Characters Similar Species Large ocellated blotches replace vertical bars in adults. Blotchy cheek markings present. Gaudy yellow coloration on body with elecftric blue upper fins and bright yellow lower fins. Red coloration appears to be totally absent. Juveniles: up to 200mm Adults: Specimens caught up to 14 pounds
Depth to length ratio approx. 31% Lateral Line Scales approx. Most similar to
C. pinima
C. temensis
C. thyrorus
C. vazzoleri This may be identified as C. thyrorus
First for me..
[FONT=Arial,Helvetica][SIZE=+4]Rio Paru Peacock Bass (1st pix)
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Note the unusually deep body of this large male specimen of the as- yet unidentified or undescribed Rio Paru peacock. This fish utilizes a wide range of habitats in fast water. Spawning pairs frequent quiet lagoons and off-river backwaters while hunting adults utilize even fast rapids. This peacock has similarities to C. thyrorus and C. vazzoleri, however, it shows some morphometric characters that differentiate it from those species. It appears to be most similar to, and may be C. jariina
[FONT=Arial,Helvetica][SIZE=+2]Identification Keys[/SIZE][/FONT] Bars and Markings Colors Size Key Characters Similar Species Adults possess three blotchy, incomplete vertical bars Distinct dark markings on operculum. Juveniles marked with rows of horizontal white dots. Body olive on dorsum, shading to gold on sides. Abdomen white. Lower fins yellowish with blue edges. Juveniles: up to about 200mm (8 inches) Adults: from 200mm up to about 485mm (19 inches)
Depth to length ratio approx. 36% Lateral Line Scales approx. 102 Appears to be most morphologically similar to
C. jariina
[FONT=Arial,Helvetica][SIZE=+4]Rio Travessao Peacock Bass (2nd pix)[/SIZE][/FONT]
Note the deep-bodied form and unique markings of the as- yet unidentified or undescribed Travessão peacock. Spawning pairs are found in quiet lagoons and off-river backwaters, juveniles hide in riverbank structure, while hunting adults frequent rapids and eddies, in stark contrast to the lentic behavior of its lowlands brethren.
[FONT=Arial,Helvetica][SIZE=+2]Identification Keys[/SIZE][/FONT] Bars and Markings Colors Size Key Characters Similar Species Large ocellated blotches replace vertical bars in adults. Blotchy cheek markings present. Gaudy yellow coloration on body with elecftric blue upper fins and bright yellow lower fins. Red coloration appears to be totally absent. Juveniles: up to 200mm Adults: Specimens caught up to 14 pounds
Depth to length ratio approx. 31% Lateral Line Scales approx. Most similar to
C. pinima
C. temensis
C. thyrorus
C. vazzoleri This may be identified as C. thyrorus
