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Unexpected Giant: Alabama Anglers Reel in Record Swordfish

During a three-day offshore trip targeting marlin and sailfish, the crew hooked into a massive swordfish overnight near the Delta House oil platform. After a grueling 4.5-hour fight, Fritze landed the 550.3-pound swordfish — smashing the Alabama state record by over 100 pounds.

Fishermen Spot First Ever Bright‑Orange Nurse Shark with Unique Dual Pigmentation Traits

Off the Costa Rica’s east coast, sport fishers stumbled upon a highly unusual 6.6‑foot nurse shark exhibiting bright orange coloration—an unprecedented case of xanthism in this species. Even more extraordinary, the shark also displayed signs of albinism, including a lack of black in its irises. This rare combination, known as albino‑xanthochromism, has almost never been seen, previously documented only in a few other marine species like an Irish Sea ray. The shark was safely photographed and released.

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Legend Flip Pallot Passes

The Fishing World lost one of its heroes as Flip Pallot passed away on August 26th, 2025. Flip inspired generations of anglers to pursue excellence and cherish the wonders and beauty of nature.

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12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament May 29th – May 31st, 2026

The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returned to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.

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Bucket List: Central Costa Rica and Pacific Sailfish

The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!

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Surviving Cold Water Shock

Cold water shock is the real killer in winter boating accidents, not hypothermia. The initial gasp reflex can overwhelm you in seconds, leading to rapid drowning if you’re unprepared. Learn how to control your breathing, use the HELP position, and apply survival techniques like the carpet formation to conserve heat, save energy, and dramatically increase your chances of survival in cold water emergencies.

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Sarasota Police Officer Leaps into Action to Stop Unmanned Boat in Dramatic Rescue

The unmanned boat was cruising in circles up to 40 mph off the Gulf Coast in Sarasota.

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