Río Tallija

Running through Cochabamba, Bolivia, Río Tallija is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Río Tallija hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

-17.6006, -66.7778 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Cochabamba

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Cochabamba. Conditions at Río Tallija may vary.

Tiger sorubimBarred sorubimSmall-scaled pacu

Fishing Techniques

• For Tiger sorubim

  Fish near submerged logs or rocky outcroppings, especially during periods of low light or after heavy rains, as tiger sorubim are ambush predators fond of these locations.

• For Barred sorubim

  Target areas near submerged logs and deep holes, as Barred sorubim are ambush predators.

• For Small-scaled pacu

  Present your bait or lure near submerged vegetation or fallen trees, as pacu often seek shelter and food in these areas. Use a strong line and hook due to their powerful jaws.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Cochabamba.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Río Tallija, make sure your licence covers Cochabamba, Bolivia and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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