SeaAjBest months
January–December
Where
- Open sea
- Deep water
Best time
- Dawn
- Daytime
Usual size
175–430 cm
General guidance for the Mediterranean and the nearby Atlantic; local seasons can differ.
How to catch it
Methods
- Trolling
- Live bait
Baits
- Live fish
- Squid
Lures
- Minnows / plugs
- Surface lures
The angler's tip
The great oceanic billfish, for offshore boats with heavy tackle: troll big lures or live bait along current edges. Most anglers release it; check the local rules before keeping one.
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 Atlantic blue marlin is a species of marlin endemic to the Atlantic Ocean. It is closely related to, and usually considered conspecific with, the Indo-Pacific blue marlin, then simply called blue marlin. Some authorities consider both species distinct. Blue marlin are distributed throughout the tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a bluewater fish that spends the majority of its life in the open sea far from land.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to catch Atlantic blue marlin?
The best months are January–December. Best time of the day: Dawn, Daytime.
What bait or lure works for Atlantic blue marlin?
Live fish, Squid · Minnows / plugs, Surface lures · Trolling, Live bait.
These are estimates, not guarantees. Always look at the sea yourself before going out, do not go alone and wear a life jacket.