Photo: NOAAīluefin tuna are found in the western Atlantic Ocean from Newfoundland, Canada, south to the Gulf of Mexico. The state record for bluefin tuna is 805 pounds, but you’re most likely to encounter those in the 150- to 600-pound range,” Poland said.Ītlantic bluefin tuna can reach up to 13 feet in length and weigh 2,000 pounds. A more conventional way of fishing involves trolling with (about) 80- to 130-pound tackle. Jigging and popping for bluefins is an extremely exciting experience, but one that’s best left to people with a bit of experience dealing with tuna. “While the common way of bluefin tuna fishing involves heavy tackle, you will find experienced anglers using light tackle to great success as well. It’s also the closest land mass to the Gulf Stream, making it logistically easier for charter operators to reach those waters. When you think about tuna fishing in North Carolina, Hatteras is one name that jumps to the front of the line because of the fame nationally syndicated tuna fishing shows have extended to that region. Steaming out of Masonboro Inlet will take you twice as long to reach potential tuna fishing grounds, at approximately 60-70 miles offshore,” he said. Manteo is 45 miles offshore, while the Oregon Inlet is about 35 miles. “From Cape Lookout and points south, these fish are usually inshore of the Gulf Stream and can be caught within sight of the beach, especially near Cape Lookout. Learn more and watch digital shorts and climate portraits. PBS North Carolina’s State of Change initiative examines the impact of climate change on coastal and inland communities across the state and how communities and individuals have responded with innovative solutions. “North Carolina being situated so close to the Gulf Stream pretty much means that fishing for large Atlantic bluefin tuna will leave local waters that are accessible from shore day trips in the late spring and do not return in meaningful numbers until late fall,” Steve Poland, fisheries management section chief with the state Division of Marine Fisheries and vice chair of the South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council, told Coastal Review. In North Carolina, the Atlantic bluefin tuna can be found year-round at varying degrees of availability, but are usually the most plentiful from January through March and into April off the Outer Banks, and November through December, with fish numbers increasing in October. For me, I visit the local supermarket to enjoy their labors from a can. The expenses alone put it out of reach for the casual weekend fisher. It is mainly left to the hardiest of fishers to pursue bluefin tuna. I have witnessed these huge animals being pulled off of a fishing boat and they are an awesome sight. Learn how you can be in the Sponsor Spotlight When you purchase a North Carolina Coastal Federation license plate, you help keep our coast healthy and beautiful. Recent Articles NC-founded program promotes pollinator protections Grants may help troubled Bertie County get back to nature Your perfectly mown lawn may be harming pollinators NC peat holds carbon market promise, but process complex.Nutrients in the water: Too much of a good thing. NC Navigation and Federal Infrastructure Spending.End of the Road: Development on Remote Currituck Banks.Recent Articles Newton’s 4th Law: Large fish can be caught on light gear A local call to save seagrass on World Oceans Day AECs: A way for people to promote responsible development Coastal Enhanced Weathering: A promising climate solution. Recent Headlines Pilot program relies on volunteers to collect wetlands data Artifacts appear to confirm ‘first contact’ at Roanoke Island Microfossils major part of museum’s public science project States greatly underestimate extreme heat hazards: Study.Recent Headlines Event marks Portsmouth Village’s role in Middle Passage Officials, public celebrate new Jockey’s Ridge visitor center Angler Chris Ellis says time on the water makes you better Analysis finds wreck on Currituck Beach may be Metropolis.Recent Headlines NC joins pact to cover offshore wind-related fisheries losses Advocates cite risks of planned shipping channel project FarmsSHARE connects growers, underserved communities Topsail Beach Planning Board votes no on rezoning request Corps allows channel sand for Wrightsville Beach project.
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