Its spectacular leap when hooked earned it the nickname "river tiger". An active predator, it chases schools of fish with remarkable speed and strength. Its golden color is unmistakable under clear water.
Behaviour
A migratory predator. It travels upriver in spring and downriver in autumn. Active in flowing waters, especially at dawn and dusk.
How and when to see it
September to March (peak October to November). Portals Río Corriente and Ituzaingó. Always catch-and-release.
Where to see it in the Iberá
The gateways of the Great Iberá Park where golden dorado has confirmed presence:
Tours to see it
Verified providers operating at the gateways where golden dorado lives. You contact them directly on WhatsApp from the app.
- Navegando Ituzaingó
Private sailboat rides on the Paraná with captain Mario: sunrise, morning and sunset…★ 5.0 - Reserva Natural Don Luis
Private nature reserve in the Cambyretá portal, run by the Fundación Cambyretá. Guided…★ 4.9 - J&J Excursiones de Pesca
Sport fishing outings on the Paraná with licensed guide José Luis Hintz. They also run…★ 4.9 - Aguas del Iberá - Fishing
Sport-fishing outing on the Corriente River with local guides. Golden dorado, surubí…★ 4.9
Species profile
- Common nameGolden dorado
- Scientific nameSalminus brasiliensis
- GroupFish
- StatusNo data
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