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Bass, Butterfly Peacock

Additional Information

Regulation Boundary:

HI Hawaii State Waters

Required License(s):

Freshwater Game Fishing License

Edibility:

Good but not as good as snakehead or largemouth bass, see Catch, Clean, Cook Peacock Bass by DMFD

Synonyms:

Cichla ocellaristucunare
In Wahiawā Public Fishing Area bass and tucunare are catch and release only. It is unlawful to keep, retain, hold, or kill any bass or tucunare in Wahiawā Public Fishing Area. Bass or tucunare brought to shore or on board a vessel must be returned to the water immediately. In Wailua Reservoir Public Fishing Area bag limit = 2; minimum size = 12 inches total length; maximum size = 15 inches total length; Aggregate total bag limit of 3 fish applies.

Location Specific Information

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OpenSeasons
3Bag Limit
12"Min Size
Total LengthMeasurement