Species guide
How to catch Blue marlin
Makaira nigricans
The blue marlin is a large, powerful game fish known for its elongated body and spectacular leaps. It inhabits warm oceanic waters worldwide and is prized by anglers for its strength and size. This predator primarily hunts squid and fish near the surface but can also dive deep to feed.
Where they live
Found in warm ocean waters across the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian Ocean, and Mediterranean. Prefers deep blue water and is usually solitary rather than schooling. Occupies surface waters to depths around 1000 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 500 cm
What they eat
- squid
- small deep-sea fish
- dolphinfish
- various pelagic fish
Best baits
- live squid
- striped bonito pieces
- fresh fish chunks
Best lures
- large trolling lures
- deep-diving plugs
- cylindrical skirted trolling lures
How to fish for them
- trolling
- live bait fishing
- deep dropping
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