Maximum weight: 900kg (2000lb)
Current I.G.F.A. all time record: 636kg (1402lb 2oz) - Vitoria, Brazil - Feb 29, 1992
Mandible: Curve down but not hooked.
Pectoral Fins: Fins fold flat along body.
Dorsal fin: Retractable
Identifying features: Back is a dark blue with light blue stripes. These stripes consist of small dots and bars. Belly is a silver white. There are no spots on the fins.
Expected temperature range: 70° F to 86° F (21° C to 30° C)
Migration and breeding: Males rarely attain a weight above 140kg (300lb). Females can produce millions of egg. Very large females are capable of producing over 100 million eggs.
Typical location: Open ocean along continental
shelf drop off, ocean mountains and canyons, current and weed lines. Gatherings
of bait schools such as tuna, mahi mahi and squid are likely Atlantic Blue Marlin
haunts.
Fighting characteristics: Very strong and exceptionally fast fish which
can test not only the angler and tackle but the entire crew. The capture
of a large Blue is definitely a team effort. Usually fights deeper than a Black
or Striped Marlin.
Trolling Lures:
Trolling Live Bait:
Trolling Dead Bait:
Other Methods:
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