Species guide
How to catch Wahoo
Acanthocybium solandri
The Wahoo is a fast and elongated oceanic predator known for its impressive speed and prized by anglers for sport. It primarily hunts smaller fish and squids in epipelagic waters. Often found alone or in small groups, it is a thrilling catch in saltwater environments worldwide.
Where they live
Wahoo inhabit shallow to moderately deep warm ocean waters, commonly found in the Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and Mediterranean regions. They prefer epipelagic zones up to 20 meters deep, often near floating debris or structures where prey congregates.
Typical size
Up to about 250 cm
What they eat
- Squids
- Sardines
- Anchovies
- Flyingfish
- Small tunas
Best baits
- Striped sardine
- Squid strips
- Anchovies
- Small live baitfish
Best lures
- Bright trolling lures
- High-speed plugs
- Metal spoons
- Diving plugs
How to fish for them
- Trolling
- Casting fast lures
- Live bait fishing
- Drift fishing
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