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The "Wahoo" (Acanthocybium solandri) is a dark blue scombrid fish found worldwide in tropical and subtropical seas. Some say that the name "Wahoo" is a derivation of the name of the Hawaiian Island Oahu, which was sometimes spelled Wahoo, while others say the name derives from the exclamation of some fishermen, "Wahoo!" who have hooked into the extremely fast running fish. The fish is also known as Ono, after the Hawaiian word for "delicious", Jack Mackerel, and Peto.

The body is elongate and covered with small, scarcely visible, scales; the back is an iridescent blue green, while the sides are silvery, with a pattern of vertical blue bars. These colors fade rapidly at death. The mouth is large, and both the upper and lower jaws have a somewhat sharper appearance than those of King or Spanish Mackerel.

 

 

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Wahoo is one of the most commonly caught fish here in Bermuda. Daily catches obviously vary but during the spring and fall runs, daily catches of 20-30 fish are not uncommon!

Specimens have been recorded at up to 2.5 meters (8 ft) in length, and weighing up to 83 kilograms (180 lb). Growth can be rapid. One specimen tagged at 11 pounds grew to 33 pounds in one year. Wahoo can swim up to 75 kilometers (47 miles) per hour.

Wahoos tend to be solitary or occur in loose-knit groups of two or three fish, rather than in schools. Their diet consists essentially of other fish and squid.

The flesh of the Wahoo is delicate and white and regarded as very good in quality. This has created some demand for the wahoo as a premium commercial food fish. Wherever found, it is a prized sport fishing catch.
 

There has never been a better time for booking Bermuda Fishing Charters.  We are catching some great fish these days.  Wahoo, Tuna, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) and even a few Marlin already this year.  If you are looking for an unforgettable fishing trip in Bermuda, look no more! 

We are filling up fast for our summer season and hope to hear from you soon to book your very own, "Special Bermuda Fishing Package!"  Full Day & Half Day Packages available.

 

 

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