PEACOCK BASS MONOCULUS- small

Called "popoca" or "botão" in Brazil, Cichla monoculus is widely distributed along the Amazon main stem and up to the mid-upper Rio Negro and tributaries. It is also found in coastal rivers. Typically attains up to 5 pounds but has been known to reach 10 inches.. Countries: Peru, Ecuador, Columbia, Brazil River Basins: Rio Solimoes - Amazonas basin to Marajo Island (near mouth of Amazon). Widespread throughout Amazon basin Primarily occupies lentic (slow or still water) environments in floodplain lakes and backwater river lagoons, both blackwater and whitewater.