All species
pelagic
White Marlin
Kajikia albida
A smaller, acrobatic billfish prized for light-tackle and fly sport. Spirited and beautiful; nearly always released.
Where to find them
Offshore blue water along current edges and drop-offs.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 66" lower jaw to fork
- Bag limit
- HMS permit; very limited harvest
- Season
- Release strongly encouraged
Federal HMS permit required; 66" LJFL. Predominantly catch-and-release.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 66" LJFL
- Bag limit
- HMS permit
- Season
- Release encouraged
Same federal billfish rules.
Top Baits
rigged ballyhoosmall trolled lurescircle-hook dink baits