Represa Ponte Nova

Tucked into São Paulo, Brazil, Represa Ponte Nova is a reservoir that fishes differently season to season. Spring brings fish into the shallows to spawn or feed on early baitfish; midsummer pushes them to cooler, deeper water; autumn turns them aggressive again as they pack on weight before winter. Anglers planning a trip to Represa Ponte Nova should check water temperature and recent weather — a sudden cold front can shut a reservoir like this down for a day.

Location

-23.5780, -45.9091 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Redbreast tilapiaTwospot astyanaxTrahiraNile tilapia

Fishing Techniques

• For Redbreast tilapia

  Redbreast tilapia are often found near vegetation, so target those areas and use slow retrieves to entice strikes.

• For Twospot astyanax

  Use light tackle and small hooks to avoid spooking these small, wary fish. Target areas with cover, such as submerged vegetation or fallen trees.

• For Trahira

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

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Represa Ponte Nova.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Represa Ponte Nova, make sure your licence covers São Paulo, 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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