One boat lands 49 white marlins !
One boat lands 49 white marlins !
Written by:
Hans Kruit, 1 October 2013
Fishing is an opportunistic sport and anglers often fare well by taking what's offered. Case in point: The astounding single-day catch of 49 white marlin that a group of anglers recently experienced aboard the Waverunner III out of Virginia Beach.
Typically, when a boat reports double-digit billfish action – even just something in the teens – most would assume sailfish. During December and February off South Florida, it's pretty common to see a dozen or more sailfish release flags flown from outriggers heading into the inlets from Stuart to Miami.
But double digit marlin – 49, no less? That's incredible. But incredible opportunity does not guarantee incredible catches. You gotta know how to play the cards you`re dealt.
The unofficial record is 57 white marlin releases, set in August 2010 by the Ocean City, Maryland-based yacht, Billfisher.)
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