The Biggest Bluefish Ever Caught

Bluefin tuna is often referred to as the largest bony fish in the world, but did you know that there have been several instances of massive bluefish being caught? One such instance was when Ken Fraser landed a monster bluefin tuna weighing an incredible 1,496 pounds on October 26, 1979. He was fishing with Captain Eric Samson on 'Lady and Misty' from Port Hood, Nova Scotia.

However, it's not just the size of the fish that's impressive, but also the stories behind the catches. For instance, Louis Marron caught a giant swordfish weighing 1,182 pounds while fishing in Iquique, Chile. The record-setting fish was caught on May 7, 1953, and is still the IGFA all-tackle world record.

The desire to catch bigger fish keeps the sport of angling fresh for many people. Every angler considers bigger fish to be better in some way, and there's something exciting about reeling in a massive catch. Whether it's the thrill of the fight or the sense of accomplishment that comes with landing a huge fish, there's no denying the allure of the biggest bluefish ever caught.

Biggest bluefish ever caught