Dorado fishing
Also known as llampuga(Coryphaena hippurus), the dorado has a very peculiar shape with a flattened head, a long dorsal fin and vivid colors ranging from dark blue and green on top to yellow on the sides.
This species prefers the warm and temperate waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean and Mediterranean Sea.
It is an aggressive fish that attacks practically all lures fished by trolling, jigging or spinning. Dorado love to hide under floating obstructions offshore, such as a dead tree, branches or a line. Trolling close to the obstacle or dropping a jig can produce extraordinary results.
Its physiognomy makes it a very fast swimmer. It can weigh more than 15kg and measure one meter in length.
Top Dorado Fishing destinations
Dorado inhabit the warm and temperate waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. The best fishing destinations for dorado are Mexico, Florida, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Canary Islands, Cape Verde, Senegal, Madeira, Spain, Italy, France, Australia, Madagascar, Tahiti, Maldives, Seychelles (Farquhar Atoll), Madagascar, India, Sri Lanka and Australia among others.
How to fish Dorado
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Can you eat Dorado?
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Regulations for fishing Dorado
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Species similar to Dorado
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Albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga). It has quite large eyes and differs from other tunas because it has a longer and larger pectoral fin (hence its Latin name: alalunga). The largest specimens can reach 1.40 m and weigh up to 40 kg.
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The barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda) , with its torpedo-like shape, strength and famous teeth, is an elite hunter, moving along the reefs, mangroves and ridges of the tropical and subtropical oceans. They can exceed 1.5 meters long and weigh more than 45 kg.
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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 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 wahoo(Acanthocybium solandri) or wahoo, also called Ono in Hawaii (translated means "delicious"). It is a species very appreciated by Anglers for its delicious meat, but also for its impressive strength and speed.
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Yellowfin tuna(Thunnus albacares) is a species of tuna found in tropical and subtropical oceans. It is smaller than bluefin and bigeye tuna. It is immediately recognizable by its long, bright yellow dorsal and anal fins.
MORE INFO >Yellowfin tuna
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The best fishing charters for Dorado
Tahiti Ocean Adventures
Papeete, Tahiti
21,98 ft
4
Aquatica Fishing Charters
Ta' Xbiex, Malta
33,00 ft
10