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White pimelodus

Pimelodus albicans

Family
Pimelodidae
Max Length
57 cm
Max Weight
6.2 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
25

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    A classic and readily available bait.

  • Live shrimp

    Very effective, especially in brackish water.

  • Small fish (e.g., Mojarritas)

    Attracts larger specimens.

  • Chicken liver

    Strong scent is very enticing.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala Original Floater 09Crankbait

    Mimics wounded prey fish effectively.

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  • Mepps Aglia Long #2 SilverSpinner

    Flashy and attracts attention.

    Buy
  • Berkley PowerBait Power Worm 7 inchSoft Plastic

    Texas or Carolina rigged, slow presentation.

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  • Strike King Red Eye Shad 1/2 ozBlade Bait

    Vibrations trigger strikes.

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  • Bass Pro Shops XPS Rattling Spoon 1/2ozSpoon

    Erratic retrieve mimics injured baitfish.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near the bottom, especially around structure like submerged logs or rocks, as White pimelodus are often bottom feeders.

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Where to Find White pimelodus

Buenos Aires, Argentina13 spotsCorrientes, Argentina3 spotsSanta Fe, Argentina2 spotsEntre Ríos, Argentina2 spotsChaco, Argentina1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for White pimelodus?+

Popular baits for White pimelodus include Earthworms, Live shrimp, Small fish (e.g., Mojarritas), Chicken liver, Rapala Original Floater 09. Tip: Fish near the bottom, especially around structure like submerged logs or rocks, as White pimelodus are often bottom feeders.

Where can I catch White pimelodus?+

White pimelodus can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Buenos Aires, Argentina; Corrientes, Argentina; Santa Fe, Argentina. WikiCatch lists 25 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do White pimelodus get?+

White pimelodus (Pimelodus albicans) can reach up to 56.999999300000006 cm in length and 6.2088 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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