Mahi-Mahi
Coryphaena hippurus · Coryphaenidae
Rare catalog entry
Identification keys
Use these visible cues as a starting point, then check local rules and review the live result before keeping a fish.
- Blunt forehead (males)
- Brilliant green-gold body
- Long dorsal fin
Habitat notes
Offshore · Floating debris
Active season: Summer
Common approach: Trolling lures / ballyhoo
Look-alike check
When a result is uncertain, start with these catalog neighbors. They share family, genus, or habitat signals; this list is a comparison aid, not a substitute for local identification expertise.
- Greater Amberjack (Seriola dumerili)
- King Mackerel (Scomberomorus cavalla)
- Alligator Gar (Atractosteus spatula)
Conservation reminder
Fast-growing pelagic; vivid colors fade.
Seasons, size limits, and keep rules vary by water. Verify the current local regulations before keeping a catch; release it carefully when unsure.
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