The blue fin tuna, one of the largest species of bony fish in the world, is renowned for its size, speed and beauty in both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Tuna Fishing for Blue fin has a wide appeal and is prized in Asian markets as one of the best fish to eat raw. Its seasonal feeding migration to the Gulf of Maine has become a traditional feature to New England fishing ports. Because of their large size, it is usually not a problem distinguishing blue fin tuna from other tuna species off the coast of Massachusetts. Similar to other members of the mackerel family, the blue fin has a graceful, streamline appearance.

The snout is pointed and the tail region is slender, both leading up to a robust body, hence providing for the “football” name often given to juvenile blue fin. A series of small, yellowish finlets occur from the second dorsal and anal fin to the caudal fin. Blue fin tuna are darkly colored on their dorsal surface with dark, shiny blue tones that can approach black. You will need some tough equipment to battle the larger tuna. For tackle you will need a good set of heavy duty crimpers, bullet swivels, and blearing snap swivels. Before heading out for tuna fishing mass you’ll also want to purchase some black tubes of chafing gear to accommodate the line and leader size that you’re using.