FISHING IN BARRA DE RECIFE
Fishing in Barra de Recife, more precisely at the mouth of the Capibaribe River, can be filled with pleasant surprises during the summer and warmer months of the year.
The adrenaline rush of being surprised by the unmistakable actions of the agulhões or even the voracity and presence of the xaréus amarelos brightens up the fishing trip, which can be done as an extension of the urban tarpon fishing on the Rio Capibaribe.
On days when the weather conditions are favorable and the sea is calm, it is possible to combine fishing on the River Capibaribe with fishing in Barra de Recife, because the route is the same, you just have to follow the course of the river and head towards the mouth of the river bar.
Any fishing trip to the mouth of a bar can be full of surprises in terms of the species that exist, and there are several species that can be caught in this region, once the bait is working properly in the water. The most common and recurring actions are those of the needlefish, which chase the lures with great speed and always grab them very aggressively, registering their presence with beautiful leaps out of the water.
Another of the region's most common species is the Caranx hippos, which spares no effort in grabbing the line the moment it feels it's hooked and sometimes fights dirty towards the rocks in an attempt to break the line and get rid of the hook.
In fact, this is a great destination for those who want to not only add tarpon to their resume and fishing adventure, but also get the taste and feel of sea fishing, albeit inshore, in the vicinity of Recife.
Where Barra de Recife is Located
The Recife Bar is located at the mouth of the Capibaribe River, practically in the center of Recife and the Marco Zero region. It is an excellent option for those staying in Recife for work or leisure. As it is located in the city center, it can also be a good option for those who want to have a sea fishing experience and have little time in the city, as this fishing trip can be carried out quickly and conveniently, combining it with an urban tarpon fishing trip on the Capibaribe River.
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Fishing in the open sea without losing sight of the city
In a way, the scene of this fishing trip still takes us back to an urban context, because we can consider Barra do Recife as an annex to the urban fishing trip on the Capibaribe River.
Even though we are heading towards the sea and the coastal region, the cityscape is not lost from sight, since the buildings and the entire façade of the capital can still be seen even from outside the reefs.
Even so, the sensation of fishing in the sea is real, as the fishing takes place outside the reefs, in the open sea.
Our coastline is surrounded by reefs and some stone dykes have been built underneath the reefs, raising the level of these barriers which serve to favor the port area and to guide boats.
These man-made stone barriers gave rise to the formation of ecosystems of marine organisms, which in turn became attractive spots for predatory fish.
It is in this search to catch predatory fish, especially Caranx hippos and needlefish, that we surrounded this entire reef area and rock dykes, casting artificial lures and even fly flies on our fishing adventure in Barra do Recife.
The River Mouth
As already mentioned, fishing in Barra de Recife covers the mouth of the Capibaribe River. In this mouth area, you can also find submerged structures and deep channels that make it possible to fish for sea bass using shrimp, jig heads and pindocas.
Fish Species and Sizes
The most common and recurrent species in this area are the aggressive needlefish, which are usually large and larger than other destinations.
Caranx hippos are also very common in this region, with specimens usually weighing between 11 and 17 lbs, but even larger individuals can be caught.
Other fish such as Guaiviras (tibiros), Guaricemas (Xixarros), snook, tarpon and sororocas can also be caught during this inshore fishing trip in Barra do Recife.
Fishing in Barra de Recife
Fishing is always done on board. We set out along the Capibaribe River very early in the morning, prioritizing the first casts during the first rays of sunlight, at daybreak, which gives us a better chance of catching fish.
The aim is to reach the rock dykes built under the reefs that protect the port area, heading out into the open sea and skirting the entire strip of rocks, so as to cast the baits as close to the rocks as possible.
In general, we use large baits and work at a faster pace, with the aim of stimulating the predatory species of the coastal region, such as Caranx hippos and needlefish.
It is necessary to use stronger equipment for this purpose, as the strength of these inshore fish can often surprise many anglers, including the most experienced.
Tidal Dynamics
The dynamics of the tides and phases of the moon are not a key factor in this fishing trip, but rather the weather conditions and calm seas. Even so, it is recommended that you go out preferably during quarter, waning or rising tides.
Seasonal fishing in Barra
Fishing in the Recife bar depends heavily on good weather conditions, calm seas and clean water. These conditions usually occur in summer and the warmer months, such as September, October, November, December, January, February and March.
Equipment Used in Barra de Recife
In general, the equipment used in this destination is the same as that used in the vast majority of rivers in our region, very similar to the material used to fish for tucunarés in inland waters.
Fly fishing equipment:
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Rods numbered between #10 and 11#, 8' to 10' long and preferably with fast actions;
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Floating (floatings), intermediate (intermediate) or sinking (sinkings) lines;
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Fluorocarbon leaders from 70 to 90 pounds, one-piece (without knots);
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Medium flies such as streamers and clousers, as well as poppers;
Baitcasting equipment (reel or spinning reels):
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Rods between 6' and 6'5 in length, preferably fast action;
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Reels with a capacity of more than 120m of multifilament line;
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Reels between 4000 and 5000, with good capacity for multifilament line;
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Multifilament lines between 30 and 40 pounds;
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Fluorocarbon leader from 70 to 90 pounds;
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Mid-water lures between 110 and 140cm (brava, inna, curisco)
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Poppers (barracuda, dojo, etc.) and sticks between 110 and 140cm;
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Shads and even shrimp jig heads weighing between 20 and 40 grams.