3" Xingu Peacock Bass

3” Xingu Peacock Bass (Cichla melaniae) – For Sale at Rob’s Aquatics

The Xingu Peacock Bass (Cichla melaniae) is one of the most uniquely patterned and highly coveted species in the peacock bass family. Sourced from Brazil’s Xingu River, this rare predator stands out with its bold vertical barring, intense yellow-to-golden hues, and sleek, powerful body shape. At 3 inches, this juvenile Xingu is already showing signs of the coloration and behavior that make it a favorite among serious freshwater fish keepers and monster tank builders.

If you’re a fan of Bass Fishing Productions, The Fish Guys, or any predator-focused aquarists on YouTube, this is the exact kind of exotic species you’ve seen lighting up feeds—and it’s available now at Rob’s Aquatics.

🐆 What Makes the Xingu Peacock Bass Special?

The Cichla melaniae is an advanced-level predator prized for its:

• Distinct “black bar” patterning different from other Cichla

• Yellow-gold base coloration that deepens with age

• Fast strike and feeding behavior

• Compatibility with other Cichla species in large tanks

• Rare availability in the U.S. market

These 3" juveniles are already aggressive eaters and can quickly become the centerpiece of your grow-out tank. They thrive in warm, high-flow systems and do exceptionally well with other large South American exotics when properly introduced.

🧬 Species Profile

• Scientific Name: Cichla melaniae

• Common Name: Xingu Peacock Bass

• Origin: Rio Xingu, Brazil

• Max Size: 24–28 inches

• Temperament: Aggressive predator

• Water Parameters:

  • Temp: 80–86°F

  • pH: 6.5–7.5

  • Tank Size: 180 gallons minimum as adult

• Diet: Carnivorous – feeds on live, frozen, and meaty prepared foods

📦 What’s Included

• 1x Live 3” Xingu Peacock Bass

• Carefully acclimated and health-checked

• Shipped via overnight or 2-day service with Live Arrival Guarantee

• Packed by experienced fish handlers with insulation and pure oxygen

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🎯 Perfect For:

• Monster fish keepers building predator grow-outs

• Collectors of rare Cichla species

• South American biotope enthusiasts

• Aquarists with large display tanks (180+ gallons)