Live baits are an excellent choice for many types of game fish, but particularly yellowfin tuna. These long-bodied fish are often hungry and looking to attack fresh live bait whenever they see it. Best of all, you don't have to go out any great distance to find them. They're not too picky about what kind of live bait they like, either. The following list contains the best live baits for yellowfin tuna you can use to catch these feisty fish:
Pilchards : These lively little fish are a favorite of yellowfin tuna. They're particularly effective on a chum line or while trolling in deep water.
Blood Worms : Another good choice when trolling, blood worms should be used after the pilchards have been chummed out of sight.
Bonito : The best live bait for yellowfin tuna doesn't always come from saltwater. The oil-rich flesh of bonito fish can also entice them into biting. Look for these fish in shallow bays along the coast, especially where there's a lot of debris.
Mackerel : For some reason, yellowfin tuna really like mackerel in the early morning hours. Try using one of these fish in the same way you'd use a blood worm or bonito when trolling.
Sardines : There are times when sardines will drive yellowfin tuna crazy. These tiny fish are a favorite of pelagic species. Use them when trolling or on a deep chum line.
Wrapping it Up
In summary, yellowfin tuna have been known to attack fresh live bait whenever they see it. The following list contains the best live baits for yellowfin tuna you can use to catch these feisty fish: Pilchards, blood worms, bonito, mackerel, and sardines. Try using one of these fish in the same way you'd use a blood worm or bonito when trolling. Remember to try fishing with them early in the morning during their feeding times. Don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list for more articles on catching yellowfin tuna and other big, feisty saltwater fish.
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