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There are also set seasons for lobsters and conch that you really need to be wary of.
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There are also set seasons for lobsters and conch that you really need to be wary of.
Before you can get on with turning sea life into seafood, though, it’s best to know the rules.
The minute you see them, you want to jump in – the clear, cool, and absolutely alluring waters in and around The Bahamas. If you’re the sporting type (or just plain hungry), your plunge might also serve a purpose – fishing. Specifically, spearfishing. Bahamas spearfishing is simply among the best anywhere.
In addition to these easy to follow rules, the Bahamian Government sets limits on the amount of fish, lobster, conch, etc. that you can legally catch while pursuing fishing of any kind in The Bahamas.
I know, I know – The Islands of The Bahamas are so laid back that it often seems like there are no rules. In the Out Islands, the vibe is especially chill. Anything goes, right?
The undersea environs of The Bahamas haven’t remained a pristine home to sea creatures over the years by accident. The Government takes safeguarding its seas seriously. Strict rules and steep fines are in place to ensure sustainable fishing and environmental protection. For those keen on enjoying a little Bahamas spearfishing, here’s what you need to know… here
Hogfish is a go-to species for new spearfishers. They like to lay around on the rocky bottom of open sea floors and graze on smaller coral fish around the reefs. They are not particularly fast swimmers, which is great for beginning target practice. here
If you don’t have a spearfishing license, you can’t hunt. So, be sure to register and pay for your license wherever it is you plan on spearfishing.
On the other side of the country, the coast of California is home to the yellowtail. The species congregates just off of the shoreline, which makes for easy tracking. But, once you dive in after them, the yellowtail won’t give it up without a fight. here
On the other hand, swordfish is one of the most prized species for a spearfisher but also the most difficult to catch. These fish grow up to seven feet long and weigh around 200 pounds. here
Dive gloves and booties are must-have pieces of gear for divers that hunt in deeper water. As you go deeper the waters temperature decreases. So, gloves and booties help retain your body temperature and keep you from getting hypothermia.
The Krabi Province is another location that you can’t really find anywhere else on the planet – with mangrove forests, rocky limestone cliffs, and more than 100 islands dotting the coast. [links]
One of the most remote spearfishing spots on earth can be found on the desert islands off the western coast of Thailand. [links]
Spearfishing and freediving have a rich history in Japan. In fact, there is a well-known tradition of women divers, known as Ama. These women have been freediving for abalone, lobster, and sea urchins since the 1700’s. more
The list just goes on and on. [links]
But it’s really the wahoo that have the biggest draw to spearfishers. These impressive fish can swim up to 60 mph, making them one of the fastest predators in the sea. [links]
Fish: Triggerfish, barracuda, snapper, amberjack, grouper, wahoo, mahi-mahi, rainbow runner, lionfish, African pompano. here
Spearfishing in Cozumel is an experience like no other. Most spearfishing spots in Cozumel are only a twenty-minute boat ride from shore.Considered to be one of the top five dive sites in the entire world, Cozumel’s privileged geographic location has placed the beautiful Mesoamerican Reef between the coastline of the mainland and the coastline of the island. The result? Spectacular views, calm waters, and abundant marine lifein caves, shipwrecks, and at exciting drop-offs. Depending on your spearfishing skills, we’ll either fish at various depths off the coast of Cozumel or head out further into deeper waters.
Depth: 4 to 30 meters (15 – 100 ft.)
Visibility: Good
Depth: 6 to 30 meters (20 – 100 ft) more