SeaAjBest months
January–December
Where
- Open sea
- Deep water
Best time
- Dawn
- Daytime
Usual size
100–255 cm
General guidance for the Mediterranean and the nearby Atlantic; local seasons can differ.
How to catch it
Methods
- Trolling
- Jigging
Baits
- Live fish
- Fish strips
Lures
- Minnows / plugs
- Metal jigs
- Surface lures
The angler's tip
Very fast oceanic predator of fish and squid near the surface: troll fast lures on a short steel leader along weed lines and current edges. Ciguatera has been reported in wahoo: ask locally before eating.
Legal minimum size
We have no verified rule for your country yet. Check your local fisheries authority before keeping any fish.
About this fish
The wahoo is a scombrid fish found worldwide in tropical and subtropical seas. In Hawaii, the wahoo is known as ono. The species is sometimes called hoo in the United States. It is best known to sports fishermen, as its speed and high quality makes it a prized and valued game fish.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to catch Wahoo?
The best months are January–December. Best time of the day: Dawn, Daytime.
What bait or lure works for Wahoo?
Live fish, Fish strips · Minnows / plugs, Metal jigs, Surface lures · Trolling, Jigging.
Related species
These are estimates, not guarantees. Always look at the sea yourself before going out, do not go alone and wear a life jacket.