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Finding The Best Big Game Fishing In The World
For many years Sportquest Holidays have been searching the globe for some of the best big game fishing in the world this awesome planet has available and listening to all the returning customer’s feedback who we send to these amazing places, all have very positive things to say. Our dedicated research team spend their days looking out for potential destinations […]
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Species Spotlight: Jack Crevalle
Species: Jack Crevalle Scientific Name: Caranx Hippos Also known as: Common Jack, Toro, Cavally, Cavalla and Horse Crevalle JACK CREVALLE Description This voracious predator feeds mainly on smaller fishes which it often chases to the shoreline or against sea walls. When they are found in open deeper water the Jacks will surround their prey and force them into a tight […]
Species Spotlight: The Sailfish
Name: Indo-Pacific Sailfish or Atlantic Sailfish Also known as: The Sailfish Scientific Name: Istiophorus platypterus Sailfish Description The Sailfish start their lives as tiny larvae no bigger than a few millimetres but their growth rate in the first years is immense just like many other members of the Billfish family. When they are fully grown, they can reach lengths of […]
Species Spotlight: Mahi Mahi (Dorado)
The Mahi Mahi is one of the Oceans prettiest fish and will readily hit lures and dead baits presented by anglers who are big game fishing. The Dorado will provide anglers using light tackle with endless fun as they hit hard and run fast when hooked. Name: Mahi-Mahi Also known as: Dorado, Dolphinfish Scientific Name: Coryphaena Hippurus Mahi Mahi Description […]
Species Spotlight: Amberjack
Name: Amberjack Also known as: N/A Scientific name: Seriola dumerili AMBERJACK Description Amberjacks are tough, fast game fish from the family Carangidae, that are found in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Amberjacks are normally an olive-green colour or brownish-black in colour. Amberjacks are the largest of the jacks and these fish usually have dark stripes extending from nose to in front of their […]
Species Spotlight: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna
Name: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Also known as: Tunny, Northern Bluefin Tuna, Giant Bluefin Tuna Scientific Name: Thunnus Thynnus BLUEFIN TUNA Description The Atlantic Bluefin Tuna is the top predator and true giant of the sea, reaching sizes in excess of 1000lb this fish reaches lengths the same as a small-sized family car. These warm blooded amazing fish are easily recognized […]
Species Spotlight: Black Marlin
The Black Marlin is a well-known game fish, known for its immense speed and size, which are found mostly in tropical and subtropical waters like the Pacific ocean. This species is known for feeding on fish, squid octopods and other small Crustaceans often in shallow waters. Name: Black Marlin Scientific Name: Black Marlin Istiompax indica Also known as: Marlins, Short Nosed Sword Fishes, […]
Species Spotlight: Tarpon
Species: Tarpon Also known as: Silver King, Sabalo Latin Name: Megalops cyprinoides TARPON Description Because of their large size, legendary strength and stamina, magnificent beauty, and habit of jumping when hooked, the Tarpon is among the world’s most prized game fish. Tarpon are toothless and they swallow their prey whole. Adult Tarpon are four to eight feet long and weigh anything […]
Species Spotlight: Dogtooth Tuna
Name: Dogtooth Tuna Also known as: White Tuna Scientific Name: Gymnosarda unicolour DOGTOOTH TUNA Description The Dogtooth Tuna Gymnosarda Unicolor can reach up to 250cm in length and weights of over 130 kg have been recorded. These large-sized Tuna have a streamlined shape and a distinctive colour to their bodies. Dogtooth Tuna have a stunning blue-green colour on their backs […]
