Bahamas Fishing Catch of the Week

The sailfish is a species of billfish that inhabit the warmer parts of the ocean all over the world. Although not considered a delicacy, they are prized as game fish and known as the fastest swimmers in the ocean, attaining speeds of 68 miles an hour.

The kingfish, also known as the king mackerel (Scomberomorus cavalla) is a migratory species of fish that belongs to the tuna family. Unlike the northern kingfish (croaker) which is much smaller and regulated to the eastern seaboard inlets and estuaries, the king mackerel is a larger commercial and recreationally-caught game fish that appears in heavy concentrations in the Gulf Coast region, Florida and the Bahamas.

Amberjack is the name to the three species of Atlantic fish, which includes two different jacks and the pompanos. These fish are members of the Carangidea family. The Amberjack is a prevalent species of fish in the Bahamas

Known as one of the most ferocious fish in the sea, catching a Barracuda during your Bahamas fishing trip can be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences of your entire vacation.

While they fall on the smaller end of the scale in comparison to other bill fish, this species of marlin can grow up to 180 pounds in weight, according to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. This marlin's bill and color will help you distinguish it from its relatives while you're Nassau deep sea fishing.