Bigeye Tuna Information:

Another new fishery to Northern California is the Bigeye Tuna. Bigeye Tuna are often bycatch while fishing albacore tuna in Fort Bragg or out of Bodega Bay, adding an exciting element of surprise for anglers on the hunt for albacore. These magnificent creatures are known for their impressive strength, making them the strongest fighting fish on the West Coast, and the fact that they often bite lighter albacore gear makes them significantly more of a challenge, elevating the adrenaline levels for anyone fortunate enough to hook one. Bigeye tuna migrate across the Pacific Ocean and tend to be very large in our waters, often reaching sizes that are both awe-inspiring and intimidating. They have the remarkable ability to change depths between 0 and 2000 feet in seconds, showcasing their incredible agility and unpredictability, and their fighting patterns can be very sporadic, keeping anglers on their toes. If you’re looking to land a 200+ lb fish and have a fight of a lifetime, Bigeye should be your target; their stamina to fight for hours and fierce resistance to get close to the boat make every encounter a test of your mental and physical strength. . We have already caught fish larger than the 240 lb state record, but we gutted the fish, making it ineligible, so the state record can still be easily shattered. For the past two years, Bigeye tuna have arrived within the albacore schools around mid-September, providing a new window of opportunity each season for those eager to test their skills. Join our tuna list to have a chance to tackle the new king of Northern California, and embrace the thrill that these formidable fish bring to Northern California!

Our Favorite Bigeye Tuna Photos: