Mahi-mahi (Dolphinfish) (Coryphaena hippurus) — sea-fishing target species in Florida Keys

Mahi-mahi (Dolphinfish) in Florida Keys

Coryphaena hippurus

USA — Florida

Mahi-mahi (Dolphinfish) in Florida Keys, USA — Florida: peak season May-Sep. Typical marks: flats, channel edge, bridge.

Season in Florida Keys

Peak
May-Sep
Good
Apr, Oct
Possible
Mar, Nov-Dec

Bait & technique

Recommended bait
Sandeel (whole/strip), Mackerel Strip, Squid/Cuttle Strip
Top techniques
Trolling, Sabiki under lights

About this coast

Typical marks
flats, channel edge, bridge, reef, offshore blue water
Tidal character
Microtidal (small tidal range)
Water character
Tropical waters (> 27 °C year-round)

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