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pelagic
Blackfin Tuna
Thunnus atlanticus
A hard-charging little tuna that schools off South Florida year-round. Pound-for-pound one of the strongest fighters and superb as sashimi.
Where to find them
Offshore over deep wrecks, humps, and current edges; often found under diving birds.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- No minimum size
- Bag limit
- No federal bag (2 per person recommended by FWC)
- Season
- Open year-round
No federal limit; FWC encourages a conservative 2-fish limit.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- No minimum size
- Bag limit
- No specific limit
- Season
- Open year-round
Not federally regulated; practice conservation.
Top Baits
live pilchardssmall jigstrolled featherssabiki-caught baits
Sabiki Rig Recommendation
Hook size #1-#2 (small footballs)
This species readily takes a sabiki rig. Match the hook size above to the fish you're after — drop alongside structure, bridges, or bait pods and jig gently to load up on live bait.
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