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Fishing near Copiapó, Atacama

Copiapó sits in the Atacama Region, one of the driest zones in Chile, where the Río Copiapó is the dominant freshwater artery running through the city. Fishing here centers on that river, with coastal surf and rock fishing accessible near Caldera and Chañaral along the Atacama shoreline. The fishery is modest compared to southern Chile, but the Río Copiapó draws anglers, and the Pacific coast around the region produces saltwater species within reach of the city.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are in Copiapó, Atacama and what's needed to catch them.

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Bilagay

Bilagay

Cheilodactylus variegatus

Pacific Sardine

Pacific Sardine

Sardinops sagax

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