Big-game fishing

Big-game fishing is recreational angling for large, powerful fish, commonly offshore, using boats and heavy tackle. Target species include tuna, marlin, swordfish, and large sharks.

Trolling (fishing): A fishing method that draws bait or lures through the water behind a moving boat. Trolling lets anglers cover offshore water while presenting lures to fast-swimming pelagic fish.
Atlantic bluefin tuna: A large migratory tuna found in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea. Its size, speed, and market value make it a prominent big-game target.
Pelagic fish: Fish that inhabit the open water column rather than living mainly near the seabed or shore. Many big-game targets roam open ocean, where anglers locate them by habitat and movement.
Recreational fishing: Fishing undertaken for leisure or sport rather than primarily for commercial sale. Big-game fishing is a specialized form of recreational fishing.
Spearfishing: Fishing that captures aquatic animals with a handheld spear or projectile spear. It targets fish through direct underwater pursuit rather than rod-and-line fighting.
Stand-up fishing: A technique for fighting large fish while standing, typically using a harness and specialized rod. It replaces a fighting chair with body-supported tackle and active angler movement.
Blue marlin: A large billfish of tropical and subtropical oceans, recognized by its pointed bill and tall dorsal fin. Blue marlin are prized offshore targets known for jumps and prolonged fights.
Billfish: A group of large predatory fishes characterized by an elongated bill, including marlins, sailfish, and swordfish. Billfish form a signature group of powerful offshore targets.
Overfishing: The removal of fish from a population faster than it can replenish itself. Heavy recreational and commercial pressure can affect vulnerable large-fish populations.
Commercial fishing: Fishing conducted primarily to sell the catch for economic gain. Its production goals and scale differ from recreational big-game angling.

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