Lagoa de Cima

Tucked into Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Lagoa de Cima is a pond 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 Lagoa de Cima should check water temperature and recent weather — a sudden cold front can shut a pond like this down for a day.

Location

-21.7720, -41.5157 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Redbreast tilapiaTiete tetra

Fishing Techniques

• For Redbreast tilapia

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

• For Tiete tetra

  Fish near structures such as fallen trees or rocky outcrops, as Tiete tetra like to ambush prey from these locations; try varying your retrieve speed.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Lagoa de Cima.

Plan Your Trip

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

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