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IDEAL CONDITIONS MAKE THIS A GREAT TIME OF YEAR FOR MAHI-MAHI FISHING in as little as one year. You'll typically find these warm water lovers near the surface where the temperatures average 70-85°F. They are very fast and agile due to their long slender bodies and tall dorsal fin. squid, or live bait. Being one of the most aggressive fish, all it takes is the right presentation and fish on!

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Mahi-mahi, also known as dorado, is a highly sought after gamefish found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. It is known for its vibrant colors and delicious flavor, making it a popular choice among anglers. The ideal conditions for mahi-mahi fishing make this a great time of year to target these fish. Mahi are some of the fastest growing pelagic species, reaching up to 30 pounds

While most consider the best months to catch Mahi between April-June, they can be caught year-round, hitting a hard run when sargassum starts to make its appearance in the spring/summer months. Anglers troll these weed-lines with their favorite color skirt in hopes of running into a school of dolphin. Considering mahi are not particularly picky eaters, they can be caught on naked ballyhoo, plain lures, imitating

March is a great month to get started on your dolphin fishing being the run sometimes starts early and if you spend enough of your days going, you'll be more likely to have "the day" you've always dreamed of on the water. Mahi fishing requires covering a lot of ground. This is why during the run it's worth spending time in the gulf-stream looking for floating debris or weed-lines caught in the strong Gulf Stream current.

Written by Riley Nichols Photography provided by Spencer Reilly