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Common dolphinfish
Coryphaena hippurus
Overview
The mahi-mahi, common dolphinfish, dolphin or dorado is a surface-dwelling ray-finned fish found in off-shore temperate, tropical, and subtropical waters worldwide. It is also widely called dorado and dolphin. It is one of two members of the family Coryphaenidae, the other being the pompano dolphinfish. These fish are most commonly found in the waters around the Gulf of Mexico, Costa Rica, Hawaii, and the Indian Ocean. In Italy it is called corifena, lampuga or pesce capone, and has even given its name to the caponata though eggplant has now taken the place of the fish.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Pilchards
Excellent for sight casting to schools.
- Live Ballyhoo
Trolled at moderate speeds works well.
- Live Shrimp
Effective when drifted near structure.
- Live Squid
Dolphin love squid, very effective.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverTrolling LureBuy
Chrome or pink colors work well.
- Williamson Sailfish CatcherSkirted LureBuy
Troll behind teasers at high speeds.
- Shimano Butterfly JigJigBuy
Jig near floating debris or weedlines.
- Bomber CD30CrankbaitBuy
Troll this diving lure at medium speed.
- Sea Striker Got-Cha PlugCasting LureBuy
Cast and retrieve quickly near weedlines
Techniques
When you hook one dolphinfish, leave it in the water near the boat as this will often keep the school around for you to catch more.
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Where to Find Common dolphinfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Common dolphinfish?+
Popular baits for Common dolphinfish include Live Pilchards, Live Ballyhoo, Live Shrimp, Live Squid, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep Diver. Tip: When you hook one dolphinfish, leave it in the water near the boat as this will often keep the school around for you to catch more.
Where can I catch Common dolphinfish?+
Common dolphinfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Florida, United States; Puntarenas, Costa Rica; Hawaii, United States. WikiCatch lists 453 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Common dolphinfish get?+
Common dolphinfish (Coryphaena hippurus) can reach up to 209.99999046325684 cm in length and 40 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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