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Tiger Sorubim fishing

Pseudoplatystoma reticulatum

About Tiger Sorubim

A handsome maze-patterned South American catfish of the Parana and Paraguay basins, hunting fish at night along deep channels and confluences. Live or fresh cut bait fished on the bottom in current is the proven method, with the best action after dark. It fights deep and dogged and shares water with the larger spotted sorubim, so bring strong tackle for either.

Typical size: Typically 5 to 20 kg; trophy fish over 40 kg. Record (approx.): approx. 50 kg (varies by region).

Season, time and habitat

Best season
Jan-Mar, Dec
Best time
Dusk, night
Habitat
River
Season by month

Darker cell = more active that month. Based on the species' usual yearly rhythm.

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Common questions

When is the best time to catch Tiger Sorubim?

Tiger Sorubim fishing is usually best around Jan-Mar, Dec. The best windows in the day are usually dusk, night.

Where can you catch Tiger Sorubim?

Tiger Sorubim is most often found in river. Napp shows the nearest waters and the live odds on the bite right now.