Grouper
This deep water fish can grow to a large size. In September 2010, a Costa Rican newspaper reported a 2.3 m (7.5 ft) grouper weighing 250 kg (550 lb) which was lured using one kilogram (2.2 lb) of bait.
Dorado (Mahi Mahi)
Dorado or Mahi-Mahi in Hawaiian (Coryphaena hippurus) is not only a wonderful sport fish but it makes great eating, too! In other languages it is known as lampuga, lampuka, rakingo, calitos, or maverikos. These colorful gamefish are surface-dwelling ray-finned fish found in off-shore waters. They are one of only two members of the Coryphaenidae family,…
Roosterfish
Roosterfish (Nematistius pectoralis) A game fish common in the marine waters surrounding Costa Rica. It is distinguished by its “rooster comb” – seven very long spines of the dorsal fin. Rooster fish can reach over 4 feet in length and over one hundred pounds. The weight of the average fish hooked is about 20 pounds….
Sailfish
Sailfish (Istiophorus)These are predominantly blue to gray in color and have a characteristic erectile dorsal fin known as a sail. Another notable characteristic is the elongated bill, resembling that of the swordfish and other marlins. They are therefore described as billfish in sport fishing circles. Sailfish grow quickly, reaching 1.2-1.5 m (4-5 ft) in length…
Marlin
Marlin (Istiophoridae) This fish has an elongated body, a spear-like bill, and a long rigid dorsal fin, extending forward to form a crest. They’re incredibly fast swimmers, reaching speeds of about 110 kilometres per hour (68 mph). They can reach in excess of 5 metres (16 ft) in length and 670 kilograms (1,500 lb) in…