Maximum weight: 120kg (260lb)
Current all time I.G.F.A. record: 100.24kg (221lb) - Santa Crus Is. Ecuador - 12 February, 1947
Mandible: Straight
Pectoral fins: Fins will fold flat along body
Dorsal fin: Retractable
Identifying features: Upper body and sail dorsal spotted with dark and light blue spots. Lower body silver white. Dorsal fin is highest in the middle. Electric blue when excited and much brighter than the Atlantic Sailfish.
Expected temperature range: 70°F to 86°F (21°C to 30°C)
Migration and breeding: COMING SOON!!!
Typical location: Open water around schools of ballyhoo, squid, mullet. Will come within close proximity to land if bait and warm currents are present. Over ocean mountains and canyons.
Fighting characteristics: Spectacular acrobat that can spend more time in the air than in the water when hooked. Exceptionally fast fish that generally does not fight deep. Prime gamefish for fly of light tackle.
Trolling Lures:
Trolling Live Bait:
Trolling Dead Bait:
Other Methods: Trolling
dead ballyhoo is the most popular method. The ballyhoo can be rigged with a
plastic squid (lure skirt) covering the head, as this aids the angler in tracking
the trolling bait and adds to the longevity of the rigged fish.
White or pink plastic squid are generally the most productive. Trolling small
to medium lures or live baits around bait schools. Casting live baits to cruising
Sailfish with spinning tackle is also an exciting method of capture. Teasing
is becoming more popular and is a thrilling method when targeting Sailfish for
all crew members.
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