Palometa
The palometa brava —one of the two piranhas in our rivers— is a voracious fish of the Plata basin.
Out of season · starts in DecemberWhere to fish
Season
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The Litoral's razor
Every palometa you post with a photo counts toward your Pesquedex. Bronze comes with the first catch; silver and gold ask for a variety of spots and provinces.
Recent Palometa catches
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Be the first →Habitat
Rivers, lagoons and marshes of the Litoral and the Plata basin.
Baits and lures
Fish strips and baitfish; also lures. Always use a steel leader (sharp teeth).
Recommended gear
Medium tackle with a steel leader. Careful unhooking: the teeth cut.
Fishing techniques
Spinning con cucharas y jigs, y embarcado a media agua sobre cardúmenes superficiales.
Closed season & regulations
Closed seasons, minimum size and bag limits for palometa 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 palometa
Can you fish for Palometa right now, in October?
In October palometa is out of season. Its best time is jan–feb. Being out of season does not mean there is a closed season: that is set by each province and shown on every spot page.
What's the best time to fish Palometa?
The best time for palometa is jan–feb. Check each place's page for the bite calendar and to respect current closed seasons.
Where can you fish Palometa in Argentina?
Some of the best places to fish palometa are Isla Los Petos, Boca del Isoró, Río Paraná, Río Paraná (Isla del Cerrito). On PESQA you get the map, access info, seasons and verified guides for each one.
