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Brótola (red codling)
The drop-off delicacy

Brótola (red codling)

A marine bottom fish of the Buenos Aires and Patagonian coast, with an elongated body and prized white flesh.

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Urophycis brasiliensisPeak seasonNOV–APRSIZE0,5–2 kgFOUND IN3 spots
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Guides for brótola (red codling)

Lobo de Mar
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Claromecó Frente al Mar
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Excursiones de Pesca Embarcado El Audaz 1
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Habitat

Sea bottoms, beaches and jetties of the Buenos Aires coast.

Baits and lures

Prawn, magrú and fish pieces on the bottom.

Recommended gear

Bottom fishing from a boat over rocky zones, lines with several droppers and bait (squid, magrú). Deep fishing over reefs.

Fishing techniques

Embarcado y de escollera, al fondo. Líneas de fondo con dos anzuelos.

Closed season & regulations

Closed seasons, minimum size and bag limits for brótola (red codling) are set by each province and change every year. The current rule is on each spot's page: confirm it before heading out.

Shops & clubs in the area

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Club de Pescadores Mar del Plata
Club de pesca de mar en Mar del Plata
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La Casa de La Carnada
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Estibordo Náutica Campo
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La Escollera Pesca
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Frequently asked questions about brótola (red codling)

Can you fish for Brótola (red codling) right now, in October?

Yes: October falls within the brótola (red codling) season. Its best time of year is nov–apr. Before heading out, check the fishing rule for the spot: closed seasons are set by each province.

What's the best time to fish Brótola (red codling)?

The best time for brótola (red codling) is nov–apr. Check each place's page for the bite calendar and to respect current closed seasons.

Where can you fish Brótola (red codling) in Argentina?

Some of the best places to fish brótola (red codling) are Claromecó, Mar del Plata (costa), Necochea / Río Quequén. On PESQA you get the map, access info, seasons and verified guides for each one.

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El Chueco
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Horacio Emilio Galan
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A marine bottom fish of the Buenos Aires and Patagonian coast, with an elongated body and prized white flesh. It is caught from boats and off jetties, best in cold water and often at night, when it becomes more active. A classic of southern sea fishing.

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Brótola (red codling) in Buenos Aires
Peak activity in nov–apr. Check the regulations and closed seasons in each province before heading out.
Bronze · 1 catch
  • Silver · 5 catches at 2 spots
  • Gold · 12 catches at 4 spots and 2 provinces
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    Coiko de Mar
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    Carnadas "El gordo"

    PESQA lists spots with brótola (red codling) in Buenos Aires.

    What bait is used for Brótola (red codling)?

    Prawn, magrú and fish pieces on the bottom.

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    What gear is used to fish Brótola (red codling)?

    Bottom fishing from a boat over rocky zones, lines with several droppers and bait squid, magrú . Deep fishing over reefs.

    How do you fish for Brótola (red codling)?

    Embarcado y de escollera, al fondo. Líneas de fondo con dos anzuelos.

    Who can take me fishing for Brótola (red codling)?

    PESQA lists 9 guides working spots with brótola (red codling), among them Lobo de Mar, Claromecó Frente al Mar, Excursiones de Pesca Embarcado El Audaz 1. Each has a page with services, area and contact details.

    Where do you look for Brótola (red codling) in the water?

    Sea bottoms, beaches and jetties of the Buenos Aires coast.

    Is there a closed season, minimum size or bag limit for Brótola (red codling)?

    Closed seasons, minimum size and bag limits for brótola (red codling) are set by each province and change every year. The current rule is on each spot's page: confirm it before heading out.

    How big does Brótola (red codling) get?

    0,5–2 kg

    What does brótola (red codling) look like?

    A marine bottom fish of the Buenos Aires and Patagonian coast, with an elongated body and prized white flesh. It is caught from boats and off jetties, best in cold water and often at night, when it becomes more active. A classic of southern sea fishing.

    Is Brótola (red codling) a freshwater or saltwater species?

    Brótola (red codling) is a saltwater species: the sea and the Atlantic coast.

    What is the scientific name of Brótola (red codling)?

    The scientific name of Brótola (red codling) is Urophycis brasiliensis.

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