About

Mahi-Mahi are surface-dwelling ray-finned fish found in off-shore temperate, tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. They are characterized by their vibrant colors, rapid growth, and the distinctive blunt head of the males.

Average size: Typically 3 to 6 feet in length, weighing 15 to 40 pounds, but can reach up to 85 pounds.
Colors: Brilliant golden on the sides, with iridescent blues and greens on the back and upper sides. They often display dark spots and can rapidly change color.
Diet: Carnivorous, feeding on small fish, squid, crustaceans, and zooplankton.
Region: Found in the Gulf of Mexico, along the Atlantic coast from Florida to North Carolina, and off the coast of California and Hawaii.

Best lures for Mahi-Mahi

Slow Pitch Jig
Jigs