You can find the
blue marlin in the
offshore waters
along all 3 U.S.
coasts. The blue
marlin is what most offshore fishermen consider to be the
top prize of the ocean. Most blue marlin on found beyond
the 100 foot fathom line. You will not find them around
the inshore waters. They like to congregate near
temperature breaks near lots of forage. They are very
big and they provide an outstanding show once they are
hooked.
Catching Blue Marlin
If you are looking to catch big marlin in the 400 to 1,000
pound range, your best chances are with using big baits.
These larger fish feed primarily on tuna, dolphin and
bonito. You can use live bait up to 15 pounds if you have
heavy enough tackle. If you are using artificial lures, don’t
be afraid to go big. You should be using the biggest
artificial baits you can find. When fishing for the blue
marlin, you have to be willing to put in the time. Most
fishermen cover miles of ocean looking for these huge
fish.
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