Fish Report for 2-16-2012

The Sailfish bite is very strong in front of Zihuatanejo Bay

2-16-2012
Larry Edwards

The sailfish bite is still going strong and there is very good action close to the 12 mile mark, directly out in front of Zihuatanejo Bay. Sailfish are showing up in schools of 3 or more and remain eager to chase the baits and according to Captain Temo Verboonen, the sails are smaller fish, (in the 45-50 lb. ranges) that tend to strike the baits hard and fast, making it a little difficult to get the hooks set. But still, it's good, fast action and it keeps the anglers and crew "on their toes". There are still a few blue marlin being caught and a few of the quality sized dorado, too, but not near as good as the previous week. There continues to be lots of bait, birds and porpoise around and while the porpoise appear to be holding the yellowfin tuna, the fish are being stubborn and won't bite the feathers, cedar plugs or trolled baits when trolled by the pods of porpoise. The inshore fish, especially the jack crevalle, are being stubborn and won't bite the lures. Some Spanish mackerel, (Sierra) are still biting but even they are being difficult to catch.

IZ Climate: Partly cloudy days with good temperatures that range from 72 nights to 89 daytime highs.

Sea Conditions: Mostly flat-calm sea conditions with temps holding at 83 inshore and rising to 86 offshore and light and variable surface breezes and very little swell.

Best Fishing Area: Continues at about the 12-mile mark with excellent water clarity and good sea life activity.

Best Lure/Bait: Rigged baits best for the billfish, especially for the sails, while an occasional blue marlin is being taken on the artificials.

Bait Supply: No problems with the bait supply for both, live bait and rigging baits.


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