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Creole perch
The southern native

Creole perch

The "creole trout": a native Patagonian fish, present all year and a good fighter.

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Percichthys truchaPeak seasonNOV–JANSIZE0,5–2 kgFOUND IN115 spots
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Where to fish

Guides for creole perch

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El Refugio del Pescador
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Tunquelen
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Rancho Los Nudos
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The southern native

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Habitat

Patagonian lakes, rivers and reservoirs; bottoms with rock, logs and vegetation.

Baits and lures

Worm, small spoons and soft lures; also on the fly (nymphs and streamers).

Recommended gear

Light spinning with small spoons, micro-jigs and soft plastics, or fly with small streamers. Bait: worm. It keeps company with the trout in Patagonian lakes and rivers.

Fishing techniques

Spinning, fondo y mosca; busca fondos con piedra y vegetación. Equipo liviano.

Closed season & regulations

Closed seasons, minimum size and bag limits for creole perch 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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Fly Shop Bariloche
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Club de Pesca Chascomús
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Bosques del Sur
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Frequently asked questions about creole perch

Can you fish for Creole perch right now, in October?

Yes: October falls within the creole perch 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 Creole perch?

The best time for creole perch is nov–jan. Check each place's page for the bite calendar and to respect current closed seasons.

Where can you fish Creole perch in Argentina?

Some of the best places to fish creole perch are Lago Puelo, Río Collón Curá, Lago Huechulafquen, Embalse Casa de Piedra. On PESQA you get the map, access info, seasons and verified guides for each one.

Which provinces have Creole perch?
El Padrino
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Manuel Rivera Pescando en El Paraíso
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The "creole trout": a native Patagonian fish, present all year and a good fighter. It coexists with introduced trout and makes for a noble fishery, ideal for windy days when the trout shut down.

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  • Peak
  • The season runs from October to April
    Peak activity in nov–jan. 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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    Flotadas Chimehuin

    PESQA lists spots with creole perch in Neuquén, Buenos Aires, Río Negro, Chubut, La Rioja, Santa Cruz, La Pampa, Tierra del Fuego.

    What bait is used for Creole perch?

    Worm, small spoons and soft lures; also on the fly nymphs and streamers .

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    What gear is used to fish Creole perch?

    Light spinning with small spoons, micro-jigs and soft plastics, or fly with small streamers. Bait: worm. It keeps company with the trout in Patagonian lakes and rivers.

    How do you fish for Creole perch?

    Spinning, fondo y mosca; busca fondos con piedra y vegetación. Equipo liviano.

    Who can take me fishing for Creole perch?

    PESQA lists 8 guides working spots with creole perch, among them El Refugio del Pescador, Tunquelen, Rancho Los Nudos. Each has a page with services, area and contact details.

    Where do you look for Creole perch in the water?

    Patagonian lakes, rivers and reservoirs; bottoms with rock, logs and vegetation.

    Is there a closed season, minimum size or bag limit for Creole perch?

    Closed seasons, minimum size and bag limits for creole perch 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 Creole perch get?

    0,5–2 kg

    What does creole perch look like?

    The "creole trout": a native Patagonian fish, present all year and a good fighter. It coexists with introduced trout and makes for a noble fishery, ideal for windy days when the trout shut down.

    Is Creole perch a freshwater or saltwater species?

    Creole perch is a freshwater species: rivers, lagoons and reservoirs.

    When is the worst time to go after Creole perch?

    Outside nov–jan the bite for creole perch slows down. The weakest months are may–sep.

    What is the scientific name of Creole perch?

    The scientific name of Creole perch is Percichthys trucha.

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