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Mahi-Mahi

Coryphaena hippurus

Florida fishing guide

Mahi-Mahi Fishing in Florida: Season, Spots, Bait & Forecast

Use this page to plan a Florida mahi-mahi trip: when they bite, where to find them, what bait and tackle to use, current regulation notes, and live tide, weather, pressure, and solunar forecasts for nearby FishSonar locations.

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About Mahi-Mahi

Colorful pelagic fish found in offshore waters and around floating debris. Spectacular fighter.

Florida Mahi-Mahi Fishing Guide

Best Time & Season

Spring and summer peak. Year-round in deep water.

Best Baits, Lures & Tactics

Trolling live bait and plugs. Chunking over structure. Sight-casting to visible schools.

Florida Regulations

20" minimum fork length.

Pro Tips

School fish — multiple hookups common. Feed aggressively around structure and weed lines.

Key Facts

Family
Coryphaenidae
Max Size
55" / 140cm
Habitat
Offshore, Blue water, Floating debris

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