Argentine Silverside (Pejerrey)
Odontesthes regia
Also known as: PejerreyPejerrey de Mar
PelagicShore
Score
—
Prime time
—
Depth
0–20m
Platform
Shore
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak Oct–DecGood Jan–Sep
Depth range
0–20mMedium
Findr bio
A light-tackle schooling silverside that rewards a delicate presentation far more than a heavy one — small hooks and light line are the whole game.
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
Shallow waterCurrent edgeSandy beach
Recommended baits
WormsFish baits
Effective techniques
SpinningSaltwater Fly
Gear
Best times
DawnDusk
Argentina's beloved "pejerrey" — the marine coastal form of a fish so culturally central that inland lake pejerrey fishing is practically a national pastime in its own right.