2" Temensis Peacock Bass

🎯 Temensis Peacock Bass (3”) – The Ultimate Giant Predator, Now in Grow-Out Size

Start your monster tank off right with the Temensis Peacock Bass (Cichla temensis), the largest and most striking of all peacock bass species. At just 3 inches, this juvenile is ready to grow into one of the most powerful and visually dominant predators in the freshwater hobby—capable of reaching 30+ inches with proper care.

Unlike other Cichla species, the Temensis boasts a sleeker body, shimmering gold or green undertones, and intensely spotted patterns that evolve dramatically as it matures. These fish are known for their fast growth, incredible strike speed, and intelligent behavior, making them a staple in public aquariums, custom monster tanks, and elite predator collections.

🐟 Species Profile:

• Scientific Name: Cichla temensis

• Common Name: Temensis Peacock Bass

• Size: 3 inches (can grow to 28–32 inches+)

• Temperament: Predatory, semi-aggressive

• Tank Size: 300+ gallons long-term (wide footprint recommended)

• Water Parameters: 78–84°F | pH 6.5–7.5

• Diet: Carnivore – thrives on shrimp, tilapia, live fish, and floating carnivore pellets once trained

⚠️ Monster Care & Tank Mates:

Temensis are not for beginners—they require:

• Massive tanks or indoor ponds as adults

• Strong filtration, high oxygenation, and regular water changes

• Live or frozen meaty foods during early growth stages

Recommended tank mates include other large and durable predators such as:

• Arowanas, Datnoids, Tiger Shovelnose Catfish

• Bichirs, Ripsaw Catfish, Oscars (large only)

• Avoid small or slow fish—they will be seen as food

These fish are intelligent and responsive, often recognizing their owners and hand-feeding once acclimated. Their color transformation from juvenile to adult is one of the most dramatic in the hobby.

🛒 Why Buy from RobsAquatics.com?

Each 3” Temensis Peacock Bass is:

• Carefully sourced and hand-selected for health and growth potential

• Conditioned on frozen and pellet foods

• Shipped live with our Live Arrival Guarantee

• Ready to be your tank’s apex predator and centerpiece

Whether you're curating a trophy fish tank or building your dream predator community, this Temensis is where it begins.

📦 Limited stock at 3” grow-out size – a rare opportunity to raise a true river monster from the start. Order your Temensis Peacock Bass today—only at RobsAquatics.com.