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Piranha fishing in Paraguay

Pygocentrus / Serrasalmus spp.

Caught in one area of the guide (Bahía Negra and the Pantanal). Year round (outside the closed season).

The Pantanal staple, and fried fish for dinner.

SeasonYear round (outside the closed season)
TechniqueBait with wire leader
Where1 area in the guide: Bahía Negra and the Pantanal
Scientific namePygocentrus / Serrasalmus spp.

Highlighted: the months in season. November is the closed season; December and January depend on the river. Each month opens its calendar page.

The closed season and minimum sizes apply to every species: check licence, closed season and sizes before you book.

Who takes you fishing for piranha

Bahía Negra and the Pantanal

Alto Paraguay · Paraguay and Negro rivers · 3 places

Estación Los Tres Gigantes
Fishing lodge

Estación Los Tres Gigantes

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Fishing lodge

Posada Laguna Yacaré

☎ +595 981 170222
Hotel Pantanal Inn
Accommodation

Hotel Pantanal Inn

★ 4.2 (67)
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Which species are found in each area is checked against local press and fishing guides. If you know better, write to us at [email protected].