Additional Information
Name: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna
Also known as: Tunny, Northern Bluefin Tuna, Giant Bluefin Tuna
Scientific Name: Thunnus Thynnus
Description: The Atlantic Bluefin Tuna is a true giant of the sea, reaching sizes in excess of 1000lb this fish reaches lengths the same as a small-sized family car. These amazing fish are easily recognized by their blue colouration on the top half of the body and a grey colour on the bottom half. The Bluefin Tuna possesses amazing strength that some say is unrivalled by any other fish in the sea. You can find out more about Bluefin Tuna Fishing over on our YouTube Channel.
Average size: These huge fish can reach sizes well over 1000lb but the average-sized fish that are caught are around 300lb in weight.
Where to catch: The Bluefin Tuna moves across the oceans year after year, huge shoals of monster-sized fish turn up in locations such as Nova Scotia, Mexico and the Canary Islands along with much more recently the Irish sea and Scotland.
Fishing Methods: Bluefin tuna is a ferocious predator, they need to be fished for with either bait or by trolling lures. This is done by fishing off a boat as the water these fish inhabit is normally a long way offshore and deep. One of the best methods is to chum the water with bits of fish and create an oily slick drawing the fish in. Once these fish are close enough, live bait can be dropped in front of these fish which will soon be smashed by any fish in the area.
Another method for fishing for these hard-hitting brutes is by trolling teasers behind a boat, enticing the fish up and then dropping a bait or a trolled lure into these fish until they hit it ensuring the angler is then in for a very good fight.
Contact us: Have you ever been Bluefin Tuna fishing? Is this species on your list of fish to catch? If it is, and you’re ready to experience Bluefin Tuna Fishing, contact us or call 01603 407596 today and we’ll make your dream a reality.
