Bluefish

About this species

A ferocious, razor-toothed schooling predator found in temperate seas worldwide. Feeding frenzies leave slicks of chopped baitfish at the surface. Metal lures, poppers and cut bait draw slashing strikes, but a wire trace saves your rig.

Season

Depth

0 – 30 m

Habitat Spots

Fishing Methods

Bait & Rig

Metal spoons, poppers, and fresh-cut bunker on wire traces retrieved fast to match the bluefish's slashing attack style.

Edibility & Taste

Strong, dark, oily flesh best eaten very fresh or smoked; large fish have an intense flavor and the quality deteriorates quickly after landing.

Similar Species

A deeply forked tail, blue-green back, and mouthful of knife-sharp triangular teeth distinguish bluefish from any similar-sized coastal species.

Record Weight

14.4 kg