WikiCatchAtlantic bluefin tuna
Thunnus thynnus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Atlantic mackerel
A tuna favorite, easy to acquire.
- Herring
Another oily fish tuna love.
- Eels
Effective when trolled slowly.
- Squid
A versatile bait, works well.
- Sand eels
Very effective when tuna are feeding on them.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Hydro MagnumTrolling LureBuy
Excellent for high-speed trolling.
- Williamson Sailfish CatcherTrolling LureBuy
Classic tuna lure, skirts make it enticing.
- Shimano Orca Sinking PencilSinking StickbaitBuy
Cast and retrieve at varied speeds.
- Daiwa Saltiga SliderPopperBuy
Surface action can trigger explosive strikes.
- Hogy Pro Tail PaddleSoft PlasticBuy
Jig it deep or troll it. Great action.
Techniques
When trolling, vary your speed and distance from other boats to find what the tuna are keying on; also use a teaser to attract the tuna to your bait.
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Where to Find Atlantic bluefin tuna
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Atlantic bluefin tuna?+
Popular baits for Atlantic bluefin tuna include Atlantic mackerel, Herring, Eels, Squid, Sand eels. Tip: When trolling, vary your speed and distance from other boats to find what the tuna are keying on; also use a teaser to attract the tuna to your bait.
Where can I catch Atlantic bluefin tuna?+
Atlantic bluefin tuna can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Massachusetts, United States; Maine, United States; New York, United States. WikiCatch lists 123 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Atlantic bluefin tuna get?+
Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) can reach up to 457.99999237060547 cm in length and 684 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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