Whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia)
The classic fishery of the Buenos Aires Atlantic coast and, together with the king weakfish, the most-caught species in Argentine waters.
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Queen of the estuary
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Atlantic coast from Mar del Plata to Bahía San Blas; estuaries, beaches and inlets. It shows up from late September and stays all summer.
Baits and lures
Clam, prawn, magrú and razor clam on the bottom.
Recommended gear
Surfcasting: a long rod (3.90–4.50 m), a reel with a good drag and 0.30–0.40 mm line, a grip sinker. Bait: shrimp, clam or prawn. Best fishing with tidal movement.
Fishing techniques
Surfcasting de playa (lances largos) y embarcado de fondo; también de escollera. Líneas con dos anzuelos y plomada de agarre.
Closed season & regulations
Closed seasons, minimum size and bag limits for whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia) are set by each province and change every year. The current rule is on each spot's page: confirm it before heading out.
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Frequently asked questions about whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia)
Can you fish for Whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia) right now, in October?
Yes, and it is the best moment: October is the peak for whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia) (oct–jan). Before heading out, check the fishing rule for the spot: closed seasons are set by each province.
What's the best time to fish Whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia)?
The best time for whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia) is oct–jan. Check each place's page for the bite calendar and to respect current closed seasons.
Where can you fish Whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia) in Argentina?
Some of the best places to fish whitemouth croaker (corvina rubia) are Bahía San Blas, Mar del Plata (costa), Necochea / Río Quequén, San Clemente del Tuyú. On PESQA you get the map, access info, seasons and verified guides for each one.
