Smoothhound (gatuzo)
A small coastal bottom shark, harmless to people, typical of the Buenos Aires and Patagonian coast.
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Buenos Aires Atlantic coast and Patagonian gulfs; sandy bottoms.
Baits and lures
Magrú, prawn and fish pieces on the bottom.
Recommended gear
Strong surfcasting with a tough leader and bait (fillet or whole). Fished with catch and release to conserve the resource.
Fishing techniques
Surfcasting y embarcado de fondo. Líder resistente: tiene piel y dientes ásperos.
Closed season & regulations
Closed seasons, minimum size and bag limits for smoothhound (gatuzo) 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 smoothhound (gatuzo)
Can you fish for Smoothhound (gatuzo) right now, in October?
Yes: October falls within the smoothhound (gatuzo) season. Its best time of year is nov–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 Smoothhound (gatuzo)?
The best time for smoothhound (gatuzo) is nov–jan. Check each place's page for the bite calendar and to respect current closed seasons.
Where can you fish Smoothhound (gatuzo) in Argentina?
Some of the best places to fish smoothhound (gatuzo) are Claromecó. On PESQA you get the map, access info, seasons and verified guides for each one.