King weakfish (pescadilla)
A schooling fish of the Buenos Aires coast, a close relative of the croaker, with a silver body and prized soft white flesh.
Out of season · starts in NovemberWhere to fish
Guides for king weakfish (pescadilla)
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The coast's voracious one
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Be the first →Habitat
Beaches and estuaries of the Buenos Aires coast; moving schools. Very common at Bahía San Blas.
Baits and lures
Prawn, magrú and fillet on light rigs.
Recommended gear
Light surfcasting with fine lines and bait (shrimp, magrú). It appears in schools near the breakers; a dynamic beach fishery.
Fishing techniques
Surfcasting y embarcado de fondo o a media agua, buscando los cardúmenes que se desplazan. Líneas livianas y anzuelos chicos.
Closed season & regulations
Closed seasons, minimum size and bag limits for king weakfish (pescadilla) 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 king weakfish (pescadilla)
Can you fish for King weakfish (pescadilla) right now, in October?
In October king weakfish (pescadilla) is out of season. Its best time is dec–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 King weakfish (pescadilla)?
The best time for king weakfish (pescadilla) is dec–feb. Check each place's page for the bite calendar and to respect current closed seasons.
Where can you fish King weakfish (pescadilla) in Argentina?
Some of the best places to fish king weakfish (pescadilla) are Necochea / Río Quequén, San Clemente del Tuyú, Claromecó, Pinamar. On PESQA you get the map, access info, seasons and verified guides for each one.
