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Description: The wahoo is a long, slender species of mackerel with a sharply pointed head and
widely forked tail. It has a distinguishable dark blue coloring along its back,
with 25 to 30 bright or dusky blue vertical bands that extend down the side.
These bands are sometimes referred to as “tiger stripes.”
Catching them!
Wahoo are fished for in a nearly identical manner as its popular relative, the
king mackerel (or “kingfish”). Skirted lures like tuna feathers or heavy jetheads work well. Dark lure colors – especially green, mackerel patterns, purple and black bodies, and dark combo bodies – are usually most effective. Heavy-duty wire leaders are a necessity owing to the toothy mouths of these fish. The first run of a wahoo may peel off at least 100 yards of line in seconds, and
the heat generated by the friction has been know to burn out the drag on some
reels. For this reason, the reel must have excellent drag and plenty of line
capacity. We supply the bait and tackle!
Where found: Described as one of the fastest fish in the sea, swimming at speeds of 50 miles
per hour or more, wahoo are seasonally migratory. They seek waters in the 72 to
77 F range, and are often found near the surface of the water, but will usually
over or along deep humps, ledges, seamounts, and other structures that cause
current to well up.
Size: common to 60lbs. The North Carolina record is 150lbs (1994).
Remarks: The wahoo is a popular sport fish that is also known for its sweet, white, flaky
meat. This combination makes them a favored species for many anglers.The wahoo was originally plentiful off the island coast of Oahu, once commonly
spelled “Wahoo.” This accounts for the fish’s name.
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