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Pati

Luciopimelodus pati

Family
Pimelodidae
Max Length
103 cm
Max Weight
43.1 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
30

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Sabaleta

    Effective when fished near the bottom.

  • Mojarra

    Use a circle hook to avoid gut hooking.

  • Lombriz de tierra

    Cast in slow-moving or still waters.

  • Anguila

    Use for bigger Pati during flood season.

  • Camarón de río

    Hook through the tail for better action.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala Original Floater 09Crankbait

    Works well trolled or cast and retrieved.

    Buy
  • Mepps Aglia Long #3Spinner

    Silver blade is effective in clear water.

    Buy
  • Strike King KVD Perfect Plastic Finesse WormSoft Plastic

    Texas rigged, weightless, or Carolina rigged.

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  • Berkley PowerBait Rib SnakeSoft Plastic

    Fish on a jig head near submerged structures

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1146-HGHJerkbait

    Twitch and pause retrieve triggers strikes.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near structure such as fallen trees, submerged logs, and deep holes, as Pati often ambush prey from these locations; use heavier line, as Pati are powerful fish.

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Where to Find Pati

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Pati?+

Popular baits for Pati include Sabaleta, Mojarra, Lombriz de tierra, Anguila, Camarón de río. Tip: Fish near structure such as fallen trees, submerged logs, and deep holes, as Pati often ambush prey from these locations; use heavier line, as Pati are powerful fish.

Where can I catch Pati?+

Pati can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santa Fe, Argentina; Entre Ríos, Argentina. WikiCatch lists 30 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Pati get?+

Pati (Luciopimelodus pati) can reach up to 102.999997 cm in length and 43.0572 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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