Peacock bass fishing is quite possibly the most exciting freshwater fishing. The peacock bass, originally from South America, are well known for the fighting abilities and have desimated many a fisherman’s gear. 

Peacock bass fishing can only be done in warmer fresh water rivers and lakes. These fish have quickly become the intended target for many freshwater game fishermen in Florida.  This is very understandable as they are not only a great fighting fish but with their sweet and delicate white meat, are a good eating fish as well.

The Florida's peacock bass fishing industry has greatly benefited from the introduction of this fish into Florida's warmer fresh waters. They are a tough fighting fish and have been known to easily destroy many a fisherman's gear. They will strike hard and run out your line. Their aerial jumps make for exciting game fishing for the beginner or expert.

Scheduling a fishing trip with one of the many guides in Florida is affordable and relatively easy.  The serious peacock bass fisherman should consider planning a trip of a lifetime to the Amazon River or to the lakes and rivers of Venezuela.  This is the ultimate in peacock bass fishing.  Imagine fishing with the sounds of the jungle in the background and parrots and monkeys greeting you at every turn.

The peacock bass can be hooked by fly fishing, artificial or live bait fishing.  They prefer live bait and can be located during daylight hours.   It is recommended to use a fly rod with 5 or 6 weight depending on where you are fishing.  Good reels, high quality line with fast action rods and sharp hooks to penetrate quickly are necessary.  Fly fishing equipment can be provided by the guide if preferred.  A good pair of Polaroid glasses will allow you to spot these beautiful fish as they hit. The fierce and powerful peacock bass guarantees the thrill of an exciting fishing battle. Each day will provide an angler with a chance hooking up to 10 or 20 of these fish and bagging at least one 15 pounder.  

The emotional excitement of peacock bass fishing is invigorating.  The excitement of hooking up to this aggressive fighter and landing it is worth the cost of the trip.
After successful day of peacock bass fishing imagine taking home a keepsake replicate of this prize catch?  The locals can produce such a lifelike replica of your catch that often they are better than most traditional skin mounts.  The fisherman need only provide the taxidermist with a photo and measurements and he will produce a beautiful souvenir for you to take home.

To ensure a memorable and productive peacock bass fly fishing trip contact one of the many travel agencies specializing in international fishing vacations.  There are many fishing sites online with information and testimonials. The thrill of hooking up to the gladiator of sport fishing, the peacock bass, will provide memories to last a lifetime.