Casting and Trolling
The preferred method of catching the Speckled Peacock Bass is by casting and trolling, though casting is preferred over trolling. Lures are the preferred bait as live bait is difficult to maintain and obtain. When hooked, Speckled Peacock Bass put up a strong fight, making repeated short jumps.
When you have them close to the boat, don’t give up as they may make one last fight to get away. Line strength should be at least 40 pounds, though 30 pounds may be sufficient in other countires, it not sufficient in South America. We also recommend the use of 20 to 30 pound wire leaders with these fish.
Notes about the Dry Season
The dry season starts in May, but really gets underway by June, which is the beginning of their Winter. However, the beginning of the dry season varies from region to region so check with your local tour guide or lodge before booking a trip. Also, the length and duration of the dry and rainy seasons and commencement of the dry and rainy seasons are different from region to region.
In most regions, the rainy season starts in December and lasts until March/April. However, as can be seen in the image above, the rainy season can begin as early as October. As the water recedes, the bass concentrate in lagoons and pools making locating them much easy.
For those angler visiting South America, make sure to understand that the seasons are reversed. Though there are really only two seasons as the temperatures don’t change too much in the rain forest. The two seasons are the rainy and the dry season. You may also need to get caught up on your shots before booking a trip by as much as six months.
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