Rio Turvo
São Paulo, Brazil · river
Running through São Paulo, Brazil, Rio Turvo 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 Rio Turvo 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
-22.9167, -49.8833 · View on OpenStreetMap →
Species at This Spot
Fishing Techniques
- For Barred sorubim
Target areas near submerged logs and deep holes, as Barred sorubim are ambush predators.
- For Golden dorado
Target areas with fast-moving water near submerged logs or rocky outcroppings, as golden dorado often ambush prey from these locations.
- 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 Rio Turvo.
Plan Your Trip
Planning a trip to Rio Turvo? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. Brazil regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Rio Turvo — confirm them ahead of time.
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