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
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The Blue Marlin(Makaira nigricans) is probably the most iconic species for sport Anglers. This fantastic fighter feeds mainly on fish, octopus and squid. It is usually caught trolling offshore, using artificial lures or natural bait (bonito, mackerel...).
MORE INFO >Blue Marlin
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The imperial marlin (Tetrapturus) is a generic name for several subspecies. This billfish inhabits the tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian and Mediterranean Oceans. They can reach almost 2 meters in length.
MORE INFO >Imperial marlin
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The sailfish (Istiophorus) is one of the most desired species in the sport fishing world. Often described as the fastest fish in the sea, the sailfish can weigh up to 90 kg and measure 3 meters in length.
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The striped marlin(Kajikia audax) is the smaller brother of the blue marlin and is characterized by light blue vertical stripes. It can weigh up to 180kg and measure more than 4 meters. Highly sought after for sport fishing, it inhabits the temperate and tropical waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
MORE INFO >Striped marlin
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The swordfish (Xiphias gladius) is probably the most desired species in the world. It lives in tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans, and also in the Mediterranean Sea. Swordfish can be more than 3 meters long and weigh more than 600 kg.
MORE INFO >Swordfish
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The white marlin(Kajikia albida) is a beautiful fish that can be caught offshore in temperate and tropical waters. This fantastic electric blue fighter feeds mainly on fish, octopus and squid. It is usually caught trolling offshore, using artificial lures or natural bait (bonito, mackerel...).
MORE INFO >White Marlin
The best fishing charters for Black marlin
Golden Wave III
Grande Riviere Noire, Mauritius Island