Saltwater Fish Species
Saltwater species roam the bays, flats, nearshore reefs, and open ocean along both US coasts and the Gulf of Mexico. These fish tend to be stronger fighters pound-for-pound than their freshwater cousins, and many are prized as table fare as well as sport. From redfish tailing on shallow grass flats to tuna running offshore, saltwater fishing demands an understanding of tides, structure, and bait presentation. This library covers the most sought-after saltwater gamefish in US waters, with data sourced from FishBase and NOAA.
20 species in this category
Albacore Tuna
The white-meat tuna of canned fame. Long pectoral fins distinguish this smaller โฆ
Black Grouper
Premier reef predator. Bottom bulldog of structure-heavy offshore and nearshore โฆ
Black Marlin
Fastest fish in the ocean. Indo-Pacific species known for blistering runs and taโฆ
Blue Marlin
Legendary blue-water gamefish. Size, beauty, and aerial acrobatics make this theโฆ
Bluefin Tuna
The giant of tunas. North Atlantic migrations produce the biggest fish caught onโฆ
Bonefish
The ghost of the flats. Famous for blistering runs across shallow Bahamian and Fโฆ
Cobia
Also called ling or lemonfish. Curious nearshore fighter often sight-cast near rโฆ
Common Snook
Florida inshore superstar. Wary, structure-loving, and famous for tackle-bustingโฆ
King Mackerel
Smoker kings. Fast Atlantic and Gulf pelagic with sharp teeth and long runs.
Mahi-Mahi
Also called dorado or dolphinfish. Neon blue-and-gold offshore fighter near flotโฆ
Pacific Halibut
Giant Pacific flatfish. Deep-water species prized for white firm fillets.
Permit
Hardest fish on the flats. Spooky, picky, and famous for humbling experienced anโฆ
Red Drum
Also called redfish. Gulf and Atlantic flats favorite with distinct spot on the โฆ
Red Snapper
Gulf of Mexico icon. Short regulated seasons and excellent table fare make this โฆ
Sailfish
Fastest fish in the sea. Electric blue coloration and towering sail fin make thiโฆ
Southern Flounder
Ambush predator that lies flat on the bottom. Gigging and bottom rigs both produโฆ
Tarpon
The silver king. Acrobatic jumps and long fights make tarpon the premier flats gโฆ
Wahoo
Speed demon of the offshore. High-speed trolling targets this 50 mph pelagic.
White Marlin
Smaller Atlantic billfish with rounded fins. Light-tackle trophy of Mid-Atlanticโฆ
Yellowfin Tuna
Warm-water pelagic tuna. Popular for both chunking and trolling, yields ahi sashโฆ
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