Freshwater
Tambaqui
Colossoma macropomum
- Peak season
- Wet season (December-May, when forests flood)
- Length range
- 30–90 cm
- Weight range
- 1–30 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–10 m
Habitat
Amazon and Orinoco basin rivers, floodplain lakes, and flooded forests. Enters flooded forests to feed on fallen fruits.
Behavior
Large frugivore with powerful crushing teeth that eats fruits, seeds, and nuts from flooded forest trees. Fights hard.
Best techniques
- Fruit or seed bait under trees
- Dough bait on heavy float rig
- Bottom fishing with grain
- Fly fishing with large popper patterns
