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EVERY FISH HAS A WEAKNESS

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AMBERJACK

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When someone says I want to catch something that makes me hurt, we smile and say lets find a jack. Jacks are aggressive, accessible, large, tasty and, above all, true brutes of the seas. They can be caught year round in warm waters congregating around reefs, wrecks, and offshore structures at depths ranging from 60 to over 200 feet of water. We catch them on our half day ¾ day and full day trips.

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GROUPER

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These chunky, charismatic fish love lounging around reefs, caves, and shipwrecks like they own the place (and let’s be honest, they kind of do). With big, expressive mouths perfect for gulping down prey or photobombing divers, groupers are equal parts lazy and opportunistic, growing from tiny speckled juveniles into massive, grumpy-looking elders that can live for decades. Some even form quirky friendships with moray eels, teaming up for hunting tag-team sessions. So next time you spot a grouper, give a nod to the reef’s laid-back boss, just don’t expect it to move out of your way!

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BLUEFISH

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These sleek, silver torpedoes don’t just swiM, they slash through the water like they’re late for a brawl, leaving a trail of chaos and half-eaten baitfish in their wake. With razor-sharp teeth and a metabolism cranked to 11, bluefish are the ultimate predators, attacking schools of prey with a frenzy that turns the water into a frothy battleground. Anglers love them for their relentless fights, but fair warning these guys bite first and ask questions never!

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BLACKFIN TUNA

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These quick, dark-backed dynamos may be the smallest of the tuna family, but don’t let their size fool you—they’re lightning-fast, acrobatic, and always on the move, zipping through the water like they’ve got a caffeine addiction. Whether they’re busting up baitfish at the surface or making anglers sweat with their blistering runs, blackfin bring relentless energy to every hunt. And let’s not forget their gourmet appeal-their rich, buttery flesh makes them a sushi bar’s best-kept secret. So if you spot a flash of silver and a spray of water, brace yourself the blackfin just turned the ocean into its personal racetrack!

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ATLANTIC BONITO

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the spunky, streaked speedster of the sea that packs big attitude into a small package! These sleek, torpedo-shaped predators blast through the water like they’re late for a pelagic party, leaving a wake of stunned baitfish in their path. Don’t let their size fool you,bonitos fight like they’ve got something to prove, zipping and zigzagging with enough sass to make even seasoned anglers sweat. And while they might not be the biggest fish in the school, they’ve got looks that kilL shimmering silver with racing stripes like nature’s own turbocharged design. Whether they’re slashing through a bait ball or testing your drag, one thing’s for sure: the Atlantic Bonito is here to remind you that dynamite comes in small packages!

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BLACK SEABASS

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These chunky, dark-hued characters love to lounge around reefs, wrecks, and rocky hideouts like they’re holding court in their own underwater speakeasy. Don’t let their slow, deliberate movements fool you, when dinner (or your bait) wanders by, they strike with surprising speed, gulping it down with a comically serious expression. And here’s the kicker: some start life as females and later become males, basically flipping the script just to keep things interesting. Whether they’re judging your diving skills from their favorite crevice or putting up a feisty fight on the line, black sea bass are the reef’s laid-back bosses with a mischievous streak.

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KING MACKEREL

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These long, sleek predators don’t just swim, they cut through the water like a runaway freight train, leaving a trail of terror in the baitfish world. With razor-sharp teeth and a reputation for explosive strikes, kingfish turn calm waters into a high-speed chase scene in seconds. Anglers love them for their blistering runs and aerial acrobatics, but be warned: these kings don’t surrender without a fight and they’ll probably trash your tackle on the way. Whether they’re crashing a bait ball or sunbathing at the surface, one thing’s clear—the king mackerel rules the coastal waters with chrome-plated swagger.

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SNAPPER

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These fiery, sharp-toothed show-offs rule the underwater neighborhood like they own it, darting between corals and wrecks with the confidence of a fish who knows they’re always the catch of the day. Don’t let that pretty copper-pink hue fool you—snappers are cunning, quick, and absolute savages when it comes to stealing your bait or your spearfishing prize. From their signature crunch when they hit a shrimp to their dogged fights on the line, these guys bring drama to every bite. So next time you spot a glint of crimson in the blue, get ready becausethe snapper’s about to turn your fishing trip into a full-blown showdown.

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MARLIN

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With a spear for a nose and an attitude that screams catch me if you can, these majestic blue-water gladiators turn the sea into their personal arena, launching themselves into the air like they’re trying to stab the sky. Pound for pound, few fish fight harder or faster their blistering runs and acrobatic leaps have made them the holy grail of sport fishing and the star of way too many tall tales at the dock. Whether they’re slashing through a school of tuna or toying with your trolled lure, one thing’s certain: when a marlin shows up, the ocean suddenly feels a lot smaller.

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TUNA

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These metallic speed demons are built like underwater rockets, zipping across entire oceans with the endurance of a marathoner and the aggression of a prizefighter. Whether it’s a bluefin’s brute strength, a yellowfin’s acrobatic fury, or a skipjack’s nonstop energy, tunas don’t just swim they dominate. They’ll shred your tackle, test your back, and then turn into the most buttery sashimi you’ve ever tasted talk about a plot twist. From sushi bars to sport fishing buckets lists, one thing’s clear: tuna don’t just rule the food chain they are the food chain.

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COBIA

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These chocolate-brown powerhouses cruise the waves like they’re patrolling their turf, shadowing rays, turtles, or even your boat just to see what’s up or what’s for lunch. Built like a linebacker with the curiosity of a golden retriever, cobias hit hard, fight dirty, and have a knack for turning calm fishing trips into full-blown wrestling matches. And let’s talk about their résumé: delicious, strong, and weirdly photogenic with that moody, striped vibe. Whether they’re slamming a bucktail or eyeballing you through the water like Yeah, what? One thing’s certain: the cobia’s here to party, and it didn’t RSVP.

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SPANISH MACKEREL

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These silver-streaked missiles don’t just swim they sizzle through the water like they’re late for a drag race, leaving a trail of shredded baitfish and wide-eyed anglers in their wake. With their tiger-striped sides and a strike so fast it’ll make your head spin, Spanish macks turn calm seas into a blitzkrieg of slashing attacks. They’ll hit your lure like it owes them money, then put on a dazzling, zigzagging light show just to remind you who’s boss. And when they hit the grill? Game over. Buttery, smoky, and downright addictive proof that good things come in speedy, toothy packages.

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SHARKS

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These sleek, finned powerhouses come in all flavors from the torpedo-speed of a great white to the laid-back swagger of a nurse shark but they all share one thing: unmatched swagger. With rows of regenerating teeth, built-in sonar, and a reputation that’s half Hollywood villain, half marine marvel, sharks don’t just hunt… they command. They’ll cruise reefs like they’re inspecting their kingdom, bump baits just to mess with you, and turn a peaceful dive into a jaws-worthy adrenaline rush even if they’re just curious. Love ’em or fear ’em, one thing’s clear: when sharks show up, the ocean immediately gets more interesting.

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MAHI MAHI

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These neon-bright, electric-charged speedsters don’t just swim they boogie across the waves like they’re late for a rave, flashing iridescent blues, greens, and yellows that put rainbows to shame. With a body built for acrobatics and a personality to match, mahi-mahi hit lures like they’re auditioning for America’s Got Talent, launching into wild, flipping, tail-walking spectacles that leave anglers grinning like fools. And let’s talk about their life motto: "Live fast, eat everything, and look fabulous doing it." From their chaotic baiT ball smash-ups to their legendary grill performances garlic butter, please!, mahi-mahi don’t just brighten the ocean—they light it up.

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BARRACUDA

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This toothy torpedo doesn’t just swim, it lurks, hovering in the shadows like a underwater villain waiting to strike. With dagger-like fangs, a body built for lightning-fast ambushes, and a stare that screams Go ahead, test me, ‘cudas turn calm waters into high-stakes thrill rides. They’ll follow divers with cold-blooded curiosity, slash through schools of fish like a switchblade, and occasionally mistake your shiny jewelry for lunch oops. Love ‘em or fear ‘em, one thing’s clear: when a barracuda’s around, the ocean suddenly feels way more intense.

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SAILFISH

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This ultra-athlete of the deep doesn’t just swim, it torpedoes through the water like a blue-water bolt of lightning, dorsal fin fanned out like a battle flag, slashing through bait balls with precision strikes. With bursts of 70 mph, acrobatic leaps that defy gravity, and a bill that’s part sword, part sushi knife, sailfish don’t just hunt they put on a show. Anglers revere them, prey fears them, and even the waves seem to part when they’re on the move. Catching one? That’s not fishing that’s going 12 rounds with Poseidon’s favorite prizefighter.

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WAHOO

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This long, sleek predator doesn’t just swim it launches through the water like a runaway freight train, leaving even the fastest gamefish in its wake. With razor-sharp teeth, a body built for warp speed, and a strike so explosive it’ll make your reel scream, wahoo turn calm seas into high-octane hunting grounds. They’ll annihilate a trolled lure like it insulted their ancestors, then peel off line like they’ve got a personal vendetta against your drag system. And when they hit the grill? Game over. Firm, white, and flavor-packed—proof that speed and taste can coexist. Whether they’re slashing through a bait school or testing your tackle’s limits, one thing’s clear: the wahoo doesn’t just live in the fast lane—it owns it.

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PORGY

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These feisty, flat-bodied bulldogs of the reef might look like somebody stepped on them thanks, evolution, but don’t let their pancake physique fool you, they pack a punch when hooked. With a mouth built for crushing crabs and a stubborn streak that turns light tackle into a workout, porgies don’t just bite… they yank. And let’s talk about their secret talent: turning into the ocean’s most underrated dinner. Golden, crispy, and stupidly delicious proof that good things come in grumpy, bottom-dwelling packages. Whether they’re stealing your bait or judging your life choices from the seafloor, one thing’s clear: the porgy’s here to keep you humble. 

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