First Cast species profile
Mahi Mahi
Coryphaena hippurus
Saltwater
Also called: mahi, dorado, dolphinfish, dolphin fish, mahimahi
Overview
Mahi Mahi is a bluewater species that depends on boat access, bait, current, floating structure, and offshore water conditions.
- Family
- Coryphaenidae
- Typical habitat
- Weed lines, Floating debris, Current edges, Offshore structure
- Takes
- Ballyhoo, Pitch baits
- Seasonality
- Look for current, baitfish, birds, weed lines, color changes, or floating structure.
Identification
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