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Wahoo

Wahoo - FishingInfo.co.za
Common Name: Wahoo
Other Names: Ono, Oahu fish, Pacific kingfish, Ocean barracuda

Scientific Name: Acanthocybium solandri

Habitat: Wahoo can be found near reefs where warm currents run close inshore.
Also found in the open ocean around bait fish.


Distribution: Found in various parts of the world

Bait: Wahoo feed on other fishes, as well as such as anchovies, small tuna and even squid.


Fishing Strategy: The Wahoo is a powerful gamefish which inhabits off shore coral or rocky reefs. Wahoo prey on fish, small tuna, kingfish and flying fish even squid. This powerful game fish is often targeted by fly fisherman, as it is one of those species can be teased to the surface using a hook.


Tackle
:
  • Poppers and slammer can be used
  • Wire trace is a must
  • Trolling lures or live mullet
  • Strong rod


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