Black marlin fishing

Black marlin (Istiompax indica) are slightly larger than blue marlin. They can reach a length of 4.5m and weigh more than 750kg. They belong to the family of billfishes: marlin, swordfish and imperial marlin.

This fantastic fighter feeds mainly on fish, octopus and squid. It is usually caught trolling offshore, using artificial lures or natural bait (bonito, mackerel...).

Top Black marlin Fishing destinations

Black marlin inhabit the tropical oceans: Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean. They prefer temperatures between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Fishing in Cairns, Australia, Kona, Hawaii, Madeira, Portugal, Cabo San Lucas (Mexico), Panama and Costa Rica.

How to fish Black marlin

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Can you eat Black marlin?

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Regulations for fishing Black marlin

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Species similar to Black marlin

The best fishing charters for Black marlin

Blackfin 31ft

Blackfin 31ft

Cabo San Lucas

31,00 ft 31,00 ft 5
From US$993
Non-refundable deposit
Chica Italina

Chica Italina

Loreto, Baja California Sur

24,00 ft 24,00 ft 3
From US$450
Non-refundable deposit
Aquila

Aquila

Cap Malheureux, Mauritius Island

53,00 ft 53,00 ft 8
From US$789
Non-refundable deposit
Outcast

Outcast

Puerto Paquera, Costa Rica

31,00 ft 31,00 ft 4
From US$1400
Non-refundable deposit
Riviera 45 Flybridge

Riviera 45 Flybridge

Punta De Mita, Mexico

45,00 ft 45,00 ft 10
From US$3000
Non-refundable deposit
Big Hook

Big Hook

Cancun

33,00 ft 33,00 ft 8
From US$698
Non-refundable deposit
Sofia

Sofia

Mazatlan

34,00 ft 34,00 ft 8
From US$725
FREE cancellation with 14 days notice
Reel Dream

Reel Dream

Cancun

40,00 ft 40,00 ft 12
From US$780
Non-refundable deposit
Bluefin Tuna

Bluefin Tuna

Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico

25,10 ft 25,10 ft 4
From US$587
Non-refundable deposit