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Wahoo

Acanthocybium solandri

Family
Scombridae
Max Length
250 cm
Max Weight
83 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
135

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Tuna

    Bridle rigged, slow trolled.

  • Spanish Mackerel

    Excellent for larger wahoo.

  • Goggle Eyes

    Very effective, drifts well.

  • Blue Runners

    Hardy and readily available.

  • Bonito

    Great for trolling or drifting

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri BonitaTrolling Lure

    High-speed trolling favorite.

    Buy
  • Rapala X-Rap Magnum 30Trolling Lure

    Dives deep, vibrant colors.

    Buy
  • Williamson Balyhoo Ready RigSkirted Lure

    Perfect for trolling offshore.

    Buy
  • Bomber CD30Trolling Lure

    Good all-around trolling lure.

    Buy
  • Shimano Butterfly JigJig

    Great for vertical jigging near structure.

    Buy

Techniques

When trolling, vary your speeds and patterns to trigger strikes, especially along drop-offs or current edges.

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Where to Find Wahoo

Florida, United States7 spotsHawaii, United States7 spotsNorth Carolina, United States4 spotsBaja California Sur, Mexico4 spotsKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa3 spotsLouisiana, United States3 spotsPuntarenas, Costa Rica3 spotsCanarias, Spain3 spotsAlabama, United States2 spotsChocó, Colombia2 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Wahoo?+

Popular baits for Wahoo include Small Tuna, Spanish Mackerel, Goggle Eyes, Blue Runners, Bonito. Tip: When trolling, vary your speeds and patterns to trigger strikes, especially along drop-offs or current edges.

Where can I catch Wahoo?+

Wahoo can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Florida, United States; Hawaii, United States; North Carolina, United States. WikiCatch lists 135 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Wahoo get?+

Wahoo (Acanthocybium solandri) can reach up to 250 cm in length and 83 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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