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Corvina drum

Corvina drum

Cilus gilberti

Family
Sciaenidae
Max Length
92 cm
Max Weight
29.8 kg
IUCN Status
DD
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
10

Overview

Cilus is a monospecific genus of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sciaenidae, the croakers and drums. Its only species is Cilus gilberti, the corvina or corvina drum, which is found mostly tropical to temperate coastal waters of the southeastern Pacific along Central and South America. The corvina is highly prized in South America as a food fish.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Excellent all-around bait, especially near structure.

  • Sand Crabs

    Effective when fished near sandy beaches and estuaries.

  • Small Croaker

    Good for targeting larger Corvina in deeper water.

  • Mussels

    Crushed slightly for scent and near rocky areas.

  • Bloodworms

    Particularly good in murky water conditions.

Artificial Lures

  • Kastmaster Spoon 1/2 ozSpoon

    Chrome or gold finish works well in clear water.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147 5 1/4"Crankbait

    Mimics baitfish; good for trolling and casting.

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  • Gulp! Sandworm 4"Soft Plastic

    Fish on a Carolina rig for bottom fishing.

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  • Lucky Craft Flash Minnow 110Jerkbait

    Erratic retrieve attracts aggressive strikes.

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  • Daiwa Salt Pro Minnow 120FJerkbait

    Works well when fish are actively feeding on baitfish

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Techniques

Target areas with strong currents or structure where Corvina drum ambush prey, and vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers strikes.

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Where to Find Corvina drum

Buenos Aires, Argentina4 spotsRegión del Maule, Chile1 spotsRegión de Coquimbo, Chile1 spotsGuayas, Ecuador1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Corvina drum?+

Popular baits for Corvina drum include Live Shrimp, Sand Crabs, Small Croaker, Mussels, Bloodworms. Tip: Target areas with strong currents or structure where Corvina drum ambush prey, and vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers strikes.

Where can I catch Corvina drum?+

Corvina drum can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Buenos Aires, Argentina; Región del Maule, Chile; Región de Coquimbo, Chile. WikiCatch lists 10 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Corvina drum get?+

Corvina drum (Cilus gilberti) can reach up to 92.00000166893005 cm in length and 29.7514 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is DD.

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