Offshore Tuna
Offshore Tuna
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 BULLET CUSTOM MADE REDEYE ZUCC W TEASERSTrolling TUNA Lure Mahi Marlin Wahoo  US $18.00
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 4 Offshore 6 Pocket Tuna Mahi Sailfish Trolling Lure Mesh Rollup Bags 14 x 21 US $18.99
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 LOT OF 3 TUNA LURES BLACK RED 9 CUPPED HEAD TUNA MAHI MARLIN OFFSHORE US $31.00
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 Beautiful 8 Feather Daisy Chain W Bag Many Colors US $21.99
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 Beautiful 6 Feather Daisy Chain W Bag 4 Nice Colors US $19.99
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 Rigged ProFish OffShore Trolling Tuna Fishing Lure 7in Bullet US $.99
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 Daisy Chain 12 Bullet Stinger w 6 Moldcraft Squid Offshore Tuna Mahi Lure US $15.99
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 Daisy Chain 12 Bullet Stinger w 5 B2 Mckala Squid Offshore Tuna Mahi Lure US $26.00
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 Black Red Daisy Chain Bullet Resin Head Stinger Squid Offshore Tuna Mahi Lure US $10.99
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 Chugger Blue Silver Offshore Fishing Lure Tuna Dorado US $7.99
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 Chugger Yellow Green Offshore Fishing Lure Tuna Dorado US $7.99
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 Chugger Chain Blue Silver Offshore Fishing Lure Tuna Mahi US $9.99
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 Offshore Fishing Tuna Trolling Lure 11in Org Yellow US $5.99
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 Off Shore Tackle Jet HeadBig Game Trolling LureTunaMarlinMahi2 oz 7 US $8.99
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 Chugger Yellow Blue Silver Offshore Fishing Lure Tuna US $7.99
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 50 Stainless Big Game TUNA 8 0 Hooks MarlinShark SS 9729 Tuna Ballyhoo rigging US $36.99
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 Custom Offshore Tackle Daisy Chain Tuna Mahi PK B US $9.99
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 LOT OF 10 COT SHELL BULB SQUID 6 OFFSHORE GREEN CHART US $5.00
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 LOT OF 10 COT SHELL BULB SQUID 6 RAINBOW OFFSHORE NEW US $6.00
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 6 Off Shore Big Game Tuna Dolphin King Wahoo Pre rigged Lure Set in Pouch NEW US $21.99
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 GYPSY LURES 12 OFFSHORE MARLIN TUNA TEASER CHUGGER GR US $17.95
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 Custom Offshore Tackle Daisy Chain Tuna Mahi Marlin Blue White US $26.00
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 COT LOT 10 TUNA LURE BULB SQUID TEASERS 9 BLUE WHITE OFFSHORE TACKLE US $9.99
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 6 Giant Trolling Squid 12 Fishing Lures For Tuna Marlin US $9.99
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 Offshore Fishing Marlin Tuna Trolling Lure 13 Org Yellow US $1.99
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 Offshore Fishing Tuna Mahi Trolling Lure 11in Silv BW US $5.01
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 soft head chugger 85 Big Game lure marlin tuna purple silver flake US $6.99
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 soft head chugger 85 Big Game lure marlin tuna lime green US $6.99
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 50 Stainless Sea Demon 12 0 Hooks WELDED EYE US $75.00
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 Bird Daisy Chain Offshore Lure squid Tuna 12 inch purple black green mackerel US $28.82
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 Chrome Head Hair Offshore lure Marlin tuna wahoo 9 inch purple black US $9.99
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 Pro Fish Doornobs Offshore Tuna Marlin Fishing Lures Qty 4 US $9.99
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 Squid Daisy Chain Offshore Trolling Lure Tuna 6 inch Dolphin w 9 Chart Mackerel US $3.59
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 Squid Daisy Chain Offshore Trolling Lure Tuna 6 Zuchinni w 9 Pink mackerel US $4.75
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 Chrome Head Hair Offshore lure Marlin tuna 9 inch blue Ilander US $5.24
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 Squid Daisy Chain Offshore Trolling Lure Tuna 6 inch black with 9 Pink Mackerel US $6.51
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 Squid Daisy Chain Offshore Trolling Lure Tuna 6 in rainbow pink mackerel stinger US $15.50
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 Ballyhoo Pin Rigs Pack of 10 Rig run w Ilander US $37.99
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 Big Game Williamson Live Tuna Rigged 14 inch US $19.99
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 5 NEW 200 Mono Offshore Fishing Rigs 14 0 Circle Hooks Halibut Shark Grouper US $9.99
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 OFFSHORE TUNA DOLPHINKING WAHOO LURES PRERIGGED WITH LURE BAG US $24.99
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 Rigged Trolling Jet Head Lure For Tuna Mahi Mahi Wahoo US $7.99
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 GreenBlue pink purple machines TUNA MARLIN US $25.00
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 GREEN MACHINE TYPE TUNA MARLIN DAISYBIRDS SQUIDS US $20.50
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 6 Inches Tuna Feathers – 6 Pieces in a lure bag you can choose the colors US $21.99
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 6 Rigged Mylar Cedar Plugs – 6 Pieces in a lure bag US $24.99
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 Saltwater Big Game Trolling Lure Marlin Tuna Jet White US $26.00
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 Saltwater Big Game Trolling Lure Marlin Tuna Plunger Red US $23.50
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 Saltwater Big Game Trolling Lure Marlin Tuna Chugger White US $23.50
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 Saltwater Big Game Trolling Lure Marlin Tuna Plunger Black US $23.50
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 6 MEX FLG TUNA FISHING LURE CLONE LURE TUNA MAHI MARLIN WAHOO LONGFIN BIGEYE US $17.99
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 6 BLUE WHITE CEDAR W TEASERS Saltwater Trolling Plug Lure Tuna Mahi Wahoo US $19.49
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 Offshore Fishing Tuna Lure US $8.00
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 Soft Plastic Finger Mullet Lures 12 4 Rigged Hooked Mullet Natural Color US $19.95
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 4 Offshore 6 Pocket Mahi Tuna Sailfish Trolling lure Mesh Rollup Bags 14x21 US $26.99
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 Blue And Pink Islander Sea Witch Style Lure Wahoo Tuna Dolphin Sailfish US $10.99
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 Custom Pink and White Sea Witch Style Lure Wahoo Tuna Dolphin Sailfish US $10.99
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 Custom Chartreuse and Blue Islander Style Lure for Wahoo Tuna Dolphin Sailfish US $12.99
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 Blue Pink Islander Style Lure for Wahoo Tuna Dolphin Sailfish US $13.99
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 Chartreuse and Pink Islander Style Lure for Wahoo Tuna Dolphin Sailfish US $12.99
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 Williamson Trolling Feather Fishing Lure Tuna Dorado Dolphin Fish Pink White US $4.00
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 Williamson Feather Trolling Jigging Jig Fishing Lure Mexican Flag 8 ounce US $8.99
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 Williamson Feather Trolling Jigging Jig Fishing Lure Purple Black 8 ounce US $8.99
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 Offshore Fishing 15in Marlin Tuna Trolling Lure Org Yel US $9.99
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 Custom BLUE WHITE CEDAR salt water trolling lure Mahi Tuna Wahoo Sails Marlin US $17.50
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 RDT Stainless Steel Southern Tuna 8 0 Hooks PK of 25 US $25.00
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 Mylar Jet Head Flash Trolling Lures 7 Master Kit US $87.95
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 ProFish Big Game Fishing Lure 5 in Fishskin Fly US $2.99
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 13 inch BIG Bird Teaser From Reel Draggin Tackle US $10.00
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 9 inch Chick Bird Teaser From Reel Draggin Tackle US $7.00
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 NEW Offshore 6 Pocket Trolling Tuna Mahi Sailfish Lure Mesh Rollup Bag 14x21 US $6.99
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 RDT Stainless Steel Southern Tuna 9 0 Hooks PK of 25 US $27.00
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 ILAND LURES 9 ILANDER CHROME HEAD IL400 Electric Pink Electric White 9518 US $23.99
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 ProFish Big Game Fishing Lure 5 in SaltWater Fly US $2.99
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 Offshore Scad Tube Set Fly Fishing Flies Saltwater US $42.46
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 9 Rainbow squid Daisy chain trolling lures offshore US $16.99
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 2 FPF RED WAHOO TUBE Howe Fly Fishing Flies Saltwater US $32.26
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 AZUL Big Game Deep Sea Offshore Saltwater Fishing Trolling Lure Marlin Tuna Rig US $39.99
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 AZUL Big Game Deep Sea Offshore Saltwater Fishing Trolling Lure Abalone Pearl US $43.00
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 AZUL Big Game Deep Sea Offshore Saltwater Fishing Trolling Lure Abalone Paua US $43.00
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Landing a Tuna
Fishing for tuna can be a challenging, yet rewarding adventure. Tunas are very fast swimmers - some have been clocked moving as fast as 48 miles per hour. In addition, there are several species of tuna that are warm-blooded.
Unlike most fish species, which have white flesh, the flesh of the tuna is pink to dark red. This is because tuna muscle tissue contains greater quantities of myoglobin, an oxygen-binding molecule. Tuna has become a popular fish to eat, particularly in canned form. Most of the canned light tuna is skipjack tuna and is relatively inexpensive.
Fishing for tuna has long been a popular recreational activity. In the 1930s and the 1940s, bluefin tuna were abundant in the waters off the Florida coast and were sought by the likes of Ernest Hemingway. However, despite the popularity of the growing sport, the boats of that day were not properly equipped to fight the fish. In recent decades, the arrival of more custom built vessels has given new life to the sport of tuna fishing. Fishing for tuna largely depends on what specific type of tuna is being sought.
Albacore Tuna inhabit the western coast of the United States on a seasonal basis, specifically between the middle of June and the end of October. Their normal range typically spans from Baja, California all the way up to Oregon. Albacore have even been spotted as far north as the central Alaskan coast and as far south as tropical Mexico. During the rest of the year, they migrate to Japan and then return to California.
Albacore generally prefer deep waters and sea temperatures that are above 58 degrees Fahrenheit. As far as bait is concerned, Albacore typically feed mainly on small fish (such as anchovies and sardines). However, squid and small shrimp also make up important parts of their diet. Also, Albacore will often usually feed on what is available at the time.
During a good year, Albacore can be found within five to ten miles of the west coast - meaning that fishermen will not have far to go to have a shot at landing some of this type of tuna.
However, during off years, Albacore can be over 100 miles offshore. One way for fishermen to get an advantage on the Albacore is to study the sea surface temperature maps for warm/colder water gradients. This because Albacore follow the warm currents along the California coast.
Also, anglers should try to troll the warm side with feather jigs and plugs. When one of the trolling rigs gets hit, that is the time to circle around the school and cast live sardines or anchovies. Many times, chumming with live bait can entice the school of Albacore to the surface.
About the Author
Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best saltwater fishing information possible. Get more information on fishing for tuna here: http://www.asksaltwaterfishing.com