All species
pelagic
Wahoo
Acanthocybium solandri
The fastest fish in the sea — a sleek, striped speedster that hits trolled baits like a freight train. Premium table fare.
Where to find them
Deep blue water along drop-offs, weed lines, and current edges, often near floating debris.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- No minimum size
- Bag limit
- 2 per person per day
- Season
- Open year-round
Federal Atlantic wahoo bag is 2 per person.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- No minimum size
- Bag limit
- 2 per person per day
- Season
- Open year-round
Same 2-fish bag statewide.
Top Baits
high-speed trolling luresrigged ballyhooskirted baits