6 Most Popular Fish Species & How to Catch Them
Anglers dream of reeling in big catches, but knowing where and how to catch the right fish is key. Here are six popular fish species and how to catch them:
1. Amberjack
📍 Found in deep waters near wrecks and reefs
🎣 Best Technique: Jigging & Bottom Fishing
🦐 Bait: Live bait like squid or small fish
2. Cobia
📍 Common in warm coastal waters
🎣 Best Technique: Sight Fishing & Drifting
🦐 Bait: Crabs, eels, or live fish
3. Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
📍 Found offshore near floating debris
🎣 Best Technique: Trolling
🦐 Bait: Squid, ballyhoo, or artificial lures
4. King Mackerel (Kingfish)
📍 Prefers warm waters near reefs and wrecks
🎣 Best Technique: Slow Trolling & Live Baiting
🦐 Bait: Sardines or ribbonfish
5. Red Snapper
📍 Found near reefs and rocky structures
🎣 Best Technique: Bottom Fishing
🦐 Bait: Cut bait, squid, or shrimp
6. Wahoo
📍 Lives in deep, open waters
🎣 Best Technique: High-Speed Trolling
🦐 Bait: Rigged ballyhoo or artificial lures
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