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Atlantic Sailfish

Atlantic sailfish are one of the most exciting fish to catch around here. They're easily recognized by that huge, sail-like dorsal fin - it's taller than their body is deep. Most are around 6-7 feet long and 50-80 pounds, but they can get up to 10 feet and over 100 pounds. You'll find sailfish in the warmer parts of the Atlantic, usually in the top 100 feet of water. They like to hang around underwater structures, current edges, and bait schools. Peak season here is typically winter through spring, but we can catch them year-round. Sailfish are famous for their speed and acrobatics. When hooked, they'll leap and greyhound across the surface, their sail fully extended. It's a sight you won't forget. We often target them by slow-trolling live baits like blue runners or ballyhoo. When a sailfish shows up in the spread, it's all action. They'll light up bright blue and purple, slashing at the baits with their bill. One tip: when you hook up, don't set the hook hard. Just slowly reel and let the circle hook do its job. Sailfish have soft mouths, so a gentle touch is key to landing them.

Blackfin Tuna

Blue marlin are the giants of the billfish world. Females can reach over 1,000 pounds and 16 feet long, while males top out around 350 pounds. You'll know them by their cobalt blue back fading to a silvery-white belly, with pale blue vertical stripes. These fish love warm water, so we find them along the equator in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans. They're migratory, following warm currents. Here in Jamaica, we can target them year-round, but peak season is typically summer through fall. Blue marlin are famous for their spectacular fights. They're incredibly strong and acrobatic, known for tail-walking across the surface and making blistering runs. It's not uncommon for a fight to last several hours. We usually troll for them with large artificial lures or rigged baits like mackerel. When you're hooked up, patience is key. Let them run and tire themselves out before trying to gain line. One local trick: keep an eye on water temperature breaks. Blue marlin often congregate along these edges where bait fish gather.

Blue Marlin

Blackfin tuna are the smallest of the tuna family, but what they lack in size they make up for in fight and flavor. Most run 15-30 pounds, with anything over 40 considered a trophy. They're dark blue-black on top with silvery sides and a white belly. You'll find blackfin in warm waters throughout the Caribbean and western Atlantic. They typically school up over deep water, but we also catch them around offshore structures and current edges. They're here year-round, but fall and winter are usually best. These fish are speed demons. When hooked, they'll make blistering runs and fight all the way to the boat. Pound for pound, they're some of the hardest fighting fish out there. We catch them by trolling small lures or live baits, or by vertical jigging over structure. They often hunt with skipjack tuna, so finding one species can lead you to the other. Blackfin are excellent eating - their dark red meat is perfect for sashimi or lightly seared. One local tip: if you see birds working the surface, there's a good chance blackfin are pushing bait up from below. Get a bait in there quick!

Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

White Marlin

Mahi Mahi, also called dorado, are some of the prettiest fish you'll see out here. They're known for their golden sides with bright blue and green patterns. These fish grow fast but don't live long, usually only 3-4 years. Most are around 15-30 pounds, but the biggest one caught was 87 pounds. You'll find them near the surface, often around floating debris or sargassum. They're great swimmers and love to chase flying fish. We look for them along weed lines and current edges. Trolling with ballyhoo or squid works well - skip the bait on the surface to get their attention. When you hook one, be ready for a fight. They're strong and acrobatic. Mahi are prized for both sport and eating. The meat is white with a mild, sweet flavor. It's versatile too - grills up nicely or pan-fry it. Just remember to ice them down quickly if you're keeping any for dinner. One tip: keep an eye out for frigate birds circling. They'll often lead you right to the mahi.