Species guide
How to catch Atlantic white marlin
Kajikia albida
The Atlantic white marlin is a powerful saltwater game fish known for its elongated body and striking appearance. It usually swims alone or in small groups, often tailing with just the tip of its tail visible above water. This species is admired for its speed and agility when hunting prey.
Where they live
Found in warm Atlantic and Mediterranean saltwaters, Atlantic white marlin often concentrate near rip currents, weed lines, and varied bottom topographies from surface to about 150 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 300 cm
What they eat
- squid
- small schooling fish like jacks and mackerel
Best baits
- striped ballyhoo
- live sardines
- squid
Best lures
- trolling plugs
- soft plastic squid imitations
- feather jigs
How to fish for them
- trolling
- live bait fishing
- casting near weed lines
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