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If you're a fishing enthusiast
and you have never experienced the hard
fighting peacock bass, we hope this peaks your interest enough to take your first
trip.
The fact that you have entered
our site
demonstrates your interest in sharing the excitement. We have had thousands of clients in
 search of
the mighty Peacock and would be delighted if you would allow us to make your
next trip a dream come true with one of our
professional Florida bass fishing guides. Whether you fish conventional
style or enjoy fly fishing our guides are equipped for any angler, novice or
enthusiast.
We fish for the mighty
Peacock bass from several different urban locations.To get directions to the most
common location, click here. The fishing will consist of small lakes, canal
systems and deep water structure. The Peacocks can be caught several different
ways. The most conventional is topwater, although rattle traps, hard stickbaits
and some plastics work exceptionally well. Live bait is always an option and especially
good for running up the numbers. The fly fishing enthusiasts will get a thrill
for sure, as the Peacock will test your equipment and skill.
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Although its basic shape very closely resembles
that of the largemouth, it is not actually a member of the largemouth family.
Peacock Bass belong to a family of
fish known as "cichlids", a group that boasts more than 1,000 species worldwide and is well known to tropical fish enthusiasts. Like the largemouth,
the cichlid prefer to ambush unsuspecting pray from a stealthy vantage point and
demonstrate a gluttonous appetite. The similarity ends there. However, the
Florida Peacock bass, colorfully adorned in varying shades of green, blue, orange and
gold, is much more eye appealing than its North American counterpart. Don't let this appearance fool you
though. It's
one of the toughest freshwater species in the world, with bone-jarring strikes,
aerial acrobatics and line-stripping runs that make it the ultimate quarry for both the fly and
plug angler. It routinely breaks line and destroys tackle.
 Although four distinct species of peacock bass,
also known as pavon in Venezuela, Colombia, Peru and Brazil, are from South America, at
least two or more of the species have made their way to North America (South
Florida).
A common characteristic shared by all
the species is the black circular "eye spot" dramatically rimmed in gold on the base of the caudal fin. Since this spot closely resembles the one found on the tail plume of the land dwelling
fowl, and the profile of the species resembles the North American largemouth, the name
Peacock bass became the perfect
moniker. The butterfly pavon is one of the most colorful and more plentiful
types. Peacock Bass typically average two to four
pounds, but as seen in the picture above, they are getting much larger.
(7.6 lbs)
So, if you're ready to go fishing you can book a peacock
bass fishing
guide now, or meet Hawghunter's Professional Guides who can personally provide you with a breathtaking adventure.
Our links Directory
includes all the major conveniences in the industry - travel sites, fly fishing
sites, booking agents, outfitters and industry manufacturers that offer peacock
bass anglers tips, tackle and services. This is the most authentic, up-to-date
source that peacock bass anglers can utilize to research the available travel to
the Florida peacock bass fisheries, featuring more than 800 listings, product
manufacturers and services. Check out the trip information
page to quickly review your options for booking any fishing trip.
Here you will find locations and area directions to
Miami area lakes, Florida. We also have a full list of accommodations
in the area if needed.
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