Diamond Peacock Bass - Cichla Temensis

Image for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.

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Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.

When will my fish arrive?

Order placed	Delivery day
Up to Monday 11:00am	Thursday (that week)
Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00am	Friday (that week)
Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00am	Saturday (that week)
Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time)	Thursday (following week)

Diamond Temensis Peacock Bass

Care Level: Intermediate
Tank Size: 100 Gal (450 Ltr) min
Temperament: Semi - Aggressive
PH: 6.5 - 7.5
Temperature: 22-28°C (76-82°F)
Flow: Slow - Moderate

What We Like About This Fish:

Stunning markings
Perfect addition to any predator set up
Impressive, but manageable size
Active and feeding time is awesome

A large, beautifully marked, and sought after species of Peacock Bass, the Diamond Cichla Temensis is found in the warm blackwater reaches of the Negro and Orinoco River basins in Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil. in its native range, it is an important food fish, and its huge adult size and predatory nature make them suitable for only huge aquariums. These fish are powerful swimmers and need ample open space in the aquarium (which should also be tightly covered, as they can easily jump). An impressive show fish for the experienced hobbyist. Diet: The Diamond Temensis Peacock Bass is a Predator and live fish eater, so feeder fish will be required. They will also typically accept frozen foods and pellets once trained.

Please Note

The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do the fish travel?

In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.

What if a fish does not survive the journey?

It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.

What days can I get delivery?

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.

Can I mix fish with the rest of my order?

Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.

Do you deliver to my area?

We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.

What do I do when they arrive?

Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.