Río Tica Tica

As a river in Potosí, Bolivia, Río Tica Tica fishes best when the flow is steady and the water is clear enough to see a foot or two down. Anglers who do well at Río Tica Tica pay attention to small things: the angle of the current, the colour of the water, what's hatching, where the wading birds are working. Fly anglers can match local insect activity; spin anglers can run small spinners or soft plastics through the same lies.

Location

-20.0859, -66.1101 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Potosí

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Potosí. Conditions at Río Tica Tica may vary.

Barred sorubimGolden doradoTambacuBlack pacu

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 Tambacu

  Use a strong line (20-30 lb test) and a sturdy hook, as Tambacu are powerful fish with a strong bite and can make strong runs.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Potosí.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Río Tica Tica? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. Bolivia regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Río Tica Tica — confirm them ahead of time.

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