All species
pelagic
Yellowfin Tuna
Thunnus albacares
A blue-water powerhouse with long yellow finlets and blistering runs. A bucket-list offshore target and premium sashimi/grill fish.
Where to find them
Deep offshore water along current edges, humps, and weed lines, often far off the shelf.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 27" curved fork length
- Bag limit
- 3 per person per day
- Season
- Open year-round
Federal HMS permit required; 27" CFL minimum, 3-fish bag.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 27" curved fork length
- Bag limit
- 3 per person per day
- Season
- Open year-round
Same federal rules statewide.
Top Baits
trolled ballyhoolive goggle-eyeschunked baitpoppers