Kingfish (King Mackerel)

Species · Year-Round · Shore & Offshore

Rating: 4.6 / 5

Kingfish — king mackerel to most visitors — are a staple of the Barbadian commercial and recreational fishery, caught from shore, piers, and charter boats year-round. Average fish run 10-30lbs. They're one of the most common species you'll see on ice at the Oistins and Speightstown fish markets, and kingfish steaks grilled or pan-fried with lime and Bajan seasoning are a classic local meal. Good fighters on light tackle and a good eating fish if cooked fresh.

Highlights: Year-Round · Shore & Offshore · 10-30 lbs · Great Eating

About fishing in Barbados

Barbados sits on world-class deep sea fishing grounds just 15 minutes offshore. Blue marlin up to 500lbs, mahi-mahi, wahoo, and yellowfin tuna are caught year-round. The flying fish — the national symbol — peaks November to June. Over 17 charter boats operate from Bridgetown Harbour with half-day trips from

75. Shore fishing is free from any pier or coastline, no licence needed. Annual tournaments including the Barbados Game Fishing Association competitions offer serious prize money. The Oistins fish market sells the freshest catch daily, straight off the boats. This is the complete Barbados fishing guide — charters, tournaments, species, seasons, and spots.

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