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Tarpon (Sabalo)
Anglers visiting Ascension Bay prize these large coastal game fish. Tarpons, also called Sabalo, can reach nearly 91 kg in weight and nearly 2.5 meters in length. The tarpon is an elusive fish, residing in tricky-to-access hidden “lakes” in the far reaches of Ascension Bay.
Smart anglers can discover pods of baby tarpon, each weighing from seven to nearly 14 kg. In the fall, anglers can hook larger migratory fish (upwards of 36 to 45 kg) as they swim into the bay. A few of these bigger fish stay in Ascension Bay year-round. It is possible for anglers to catch tarpon while fishing for bonefish and permit. The tarpon readily grab flies and their fiery, acrobatic antics create an unforgettable fly fishing experience. Experienced anglers always keep a tarpons rod rigged and ready in the boat!
SEASONS TO FISH:
The tarpon (sabalo) can be caught all year round, but more numerous in May and June. From June through to December, bigger migrant tarpons can be caught. Baby tarpons can be hooked in October and November.
The ultimate prize catch for saltwater anglers is permit, a game fish. Permit is to flats anglers what Atlantic salmon is to fresh water angler
Bonefish (locally called “macabi”), which thrives in Ascension Bay, is among the world’s best game fish. It is highly sought after by anglers.
Anglers visiting Ascension Bay prize these large coastal game fish. Tarpon can reach nearly 91 kg in weight and nearly 2.5 meters in length. Tarpon is an elusive fish, residing in tricky-to-access hidden “lakes” in the far reaches of Ascension Bay.
Ascension Bay boasts one of the world’s most diverse varieties of game fish for the light-tackle saltwater angler. Anglers will find that they can catch all kinds of different species on the fly. Jacks, snook, barracuda, shark, needlefish, dorado, triggerfish, and snapper are all waiting for the intrepid angler.
What gear, tackles, flies and rods are needed to do the big catch.