Atlantic Bonito
Sharpen your reflexes because these small tunas are fast and fun to catch. Watch for feeding schools where there will be jumpers. For a quick identification, look for dark bands running the length of the fish above the lateral line and a silvery belly.
Location: Southern Cape Cod and the Islands, rarely north of Cape Cod.
Season: Late July – October
Baits and Lures: Strip baits, squid, small jigs, spoons, plugs, flies.
Methods and Tackle: Spinning gear, bait casting, light boat rods, trolling, fly fishing
Mass. Saltwater Fishing Derby Minimum Weight: 5lbs.