Lagoa dos Barros

Set in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, Lagoa dos Barros is a lake that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Lagoa dos Barros usually focus their effort on transitions: the edges of weed beds, points that stick out into deeper water, and the shaded sides of any inflow. Early morning and the last hour of light tend to be the most productive windows on a body of water this size.

Location

-30.5333, -50.4000 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Vampire fishTrahiraPearl cichlid

Fishing Techniques

• For Vampire fish

  Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs, as vampire fish have extremely sharp teeth.

• For Trahira

  Target structure like weed beds and submerged logs, as traíra are ambush predators. Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs.

• For Pearl cichlid

  Fish near structure like submerged logs or rocks, as Pearl cichlids often use these areas for cover and ambush points.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Lagoa dos Barros.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Lagoa dos Barros, make sure your licence covers Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil 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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