Its spindle-shaped body and silvery scales with dark markings make it unmistakable. Difficult to fish: it is wary and very fast. With a fly or nymph it is one of the most interesting challenges of fishing in the Iberá.
Behaviour
Omnivorous with a predominantly plant-based diet: algae, plants, seeds, and also snails and crabs. It lives in groups in waters of medium depth with some current.
How and when to see it
Spring and summer. Portals Río Corriente and Galarza. It is fished with dry fly, nymph or small spoons.
Where to see it in the Iberá
The gateways of the Great Iberá Park where boga has confirmed presence:
Tours to see it
Verified providers operating at the gateways where boga lives. You contact them directly on WhatsApp from the app.
- Esteros Ñe’é
Experiences with local storytelling and a cultural take on the marshes.★ 5.0 - Reserva Estero Camba Trapo
Private nature reserve of Ecoposada del Estero, on the Camba Trapo road. One of the…★ 5.0 - Cabalgata Cintia
Horseback rides around Carlos Pellegrini.★ 5.0 - Iberá Spirit
Travel agency specializing in the Esteros del Iberá for 10 years. Packages, excursions…★ 5.0
Species profile
- Common nameBoga
- Scientific nameMegaleporinus obtusidens
- GroupFish
- StatusNo data
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