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Dorada

Brycon moorei

Family
Bryconidae
Max Length
53 cm
Max Weight
4 kg
IUCN Status
VU
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
15

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    Effective in clear, slow-moving waters.

  • Grasshoppers

    Great during warmer months.

  • Small Crickets

    Use on a small hook.

  • Fruit pieces (Mango)

    Dorada are attracted to sweet fruits

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Mimics small baitfish, works well retrieved quickly.

    Buy
  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Flashy and attracts attention in murky water.

    Buy
  • Zoom Trick WormSoft Plastic

    Texas rigged, good for structure fishing.

    Buy
  • Blue Fox Vibrax SpinnerSpinner

    Produces vibration to attract fish.

    Buy
  • Rebel Wee-R CrankbaitCrankbait

    Shallow diving for shallower streams.

    Buy

Techniques

Cast upstream and retrieve with a natural drift, allowing the lure or bait to move with the current to entice a strike.

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Where to Find Dorada

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Dorada?+

Popular baits for Dorada include Earthworms, Grasshoppers, Small Crickets, Fruit pieces (Mango), Rapala Original Floater 07. Tip: Cast upstream and retrieve with a natural drift, allowing the lure or bait to move with the current to entice a strike.

Where can I catch Dorada?+

Dorada can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Santander, Colombia; Antioquia, Colombia; Caldas, Colombia. WikiCatch lists 15 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Dorada get?+

Dorada (Brycon moorei) can reach up to 52.999997099999995 cm in length and 4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is VU.

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