Top 10 Saltwater Fish to Catch in Global
Top 10 Species
These are the fish that get noticed by FishyAF anglers. Click any species to deep dive and learn more.
1
Bluefin Tuna
Verified
World Record
1,496 lb 0 oz
Ken Fraser / 1979
Aulds Cove, Nova Scotia
Ken Fraser / 1979
Aulds Cove, Nova Scotia
Signature Fact
Bluefin run a built‑in furnace, keeping muscles, eyes, and brain up to 20°C warmer than seawater.
2
Yellowfin Tuna
Verified
World Record
388 lb 12 oz
Guy Yocom / 2012
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Guy Yocom / 2012
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Signature Fact
Those neon finlets aren't for show-they're adjustable vortex generators that feed the tail extra thrust at speed.
3
Sailfish
Verified
World Record
221 lb 0 oz
Ted Teele / 1958
Santa Cruz Island, Ecuador
Ted Teele / 1958
Santa Cruz Island, Ecuador
Signature Fact
They superheat their eyes and brain up to 13°C above the water, keeping vision razor-sharp during high-speed chases.
4
Wahoo
Learn More Here Verified Catch
World Record
184 lb 2 oz
Sara Hayward / 2005
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Sara Hayward / 2005
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Signature Fact
Its electric-blue racing stripes switch on in seconds when fired up, then fade like disappearing ink after capture.
5
Mahi Mahi
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World Record
87 lb 0 oz
Joseph Hoffman / 1976
Costa Rica
Joseph Hoffman / 1976
Costa Rica
Signature Fact
Boat-side, they flash neon blues and greens, then fade to plain gray in minutes, like someone hit mute.
6
Great white shark
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World Record
2,664 lb 0 oz
Alfred Dean / 1959
Ceduna, South Australia, Australia
Alfred Dean / 1959
Ceduna, South Australia, Australia
Signature Fact
They can rocket completely airborne, breaching over 10 feet while ambushing seals at high speed.
7
Hammerhead Shark
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World Record
991 lb 0 oz
Alfred C. Glassell Jr. / 1945
Cabo Blanco, Peru
Alfred C. Glassell Jr. / 1945
Cabo Blanco, Peru
Signature Fact
Daytime aggregations can exceed 1,000 sharks, stacking nose-to-tail like traffic in a hammerhead high-rise.
8
Scalloped Hammerhead
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World Record
991 lb 0 oz
Alfred C. Glassell Jr. / 1945
Cabo Blanco, Peru
Alfred C. Glassell Jr. / 1945
Cabo Blanco, Peru
Signature Fact
This shark piles into swirling schools of hundreds, a slow-motion hammer tornado around offshore seamounts.
9
Almaco Jack
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World Record
78 lb 0 oz
Thomas J. Gifford / 1963
Bahamas
Thomas J. Gifford / 1963
Bahamas
Signature Fact
Juveniles trail absurdly long dorsal and anal fin streamers, disguising themselves as drifting seaweed scraps.
10
Cobia
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World Record
135 lb 9 oz
Robert Davis / 1985
Shark Bay, Western Australia
Robert Davis / 1985
Shark Bay, Western Australia
Signature Fact
They're freeloading ambushers, tailgating rays and sharks without a sucker disk, stealing every critter the host spooks.
FAQs
What fish can you catch in Global?
In Global saltwater, you can target bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, sailfish, wahoo, mahi-mahi, several shark species, almaco jack, and cobia.
What is the best time of year to fish in Global?
Saltwater action in Global stays strong most of the year, but peak seasons depend on the specific species you’re after.
Where are the best places to fish in Global?
Stick to proven saltwater zones around Global where bluefin tuna, mahi-mahi, and sharks are known to hunt. Target offshore and coastal hotspots.
What gear do you need for fishing in Global?
Bring heavy saltwater gear for tuna and sharks, plus medium setups for mahi-mahi, cobia, and jacks. Durable tackle is a must.
What are the easiest fish to catch in Global?
Cobia, almaco jack, and mahi-mahi are usually more accessible for most anglers in Global saltwater.
