Recreational angler pressure on blackfish (tautog) is surprising light north of Connecticut and south of New Jersey. There are no clear reasons for this. These fish fight hard and make great table fare.
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Captains Andy and Rich were targeting blackfish, also known as tautog, in Newport, RI. This species is known for their strong fight and excellent taste, making them popular among anglers.
For this trip, Captains Andy and Rich left their heavy blackfish gear at home and opted for a lighter setup to have a traditional 'head to head' charter captain showdown. Despite the lighter gear, the bite was non-stop and very successful.
Many blackfish caught during the trip were quite large, with some weighing over 10 pounds, indicating an abundant and healthy population in the area.
The page mentions that recreational angler pressure on blackfish is surprisingly light in this region, but there are no clear reasons provided for this. Factors like fishing preferences or awareness may play a role.
The page directs readers to a separate section titled 'Deep Water Blackfish gear recommendations' for information on suitable fishing equipment to use when targeting blackfish in deep water.
Yes, there are both preview and full length videos of the blackfish fishing trip available to watch on YouTube, with direct links provided on the page for easy access and sharing.