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Little Tunny Catch with Rich Adler Offshore
Little Tunny Fishing in West Palm Beach, FL
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The Little Tunny belongs to the order Perciformes and family Scombridae. It typically measures between 24 and 48 inches in length, with a weight range from 5 to 15 lbs. Habitat: onshore, nearshore, offshore. - Known also as Bonita, False Albacore, or Little Tuna. - Considered one of the smaller variants of tuna. - Uses schooling and migration as primary defense mechanisms. - Usually heads south during Winter or Fall as migratory fish.
Guided Fishing Trip by Guide Rich Adler in July
Meet your Guide Rich Adler
- Palm Beach Sportfishing - Tuna, Wahoo and more!
Summary
Guide Rich Adler of Tuna Wahoo Charters on Wednesday July offers Family-Friendly Palm Beach Fishing Charters departing from Riviera Beach City Marina. These 4-hour offshore fishing adventures target Little Tunny, Red Snapper, and seasonal gamefish using trolling, deep dropping, and live bait techniques. Perfect for families and beginners, trips include fishing license and accommodate up to 5 guests. Summer conditions provide excellent opportunities for multiple species with non-stop action throughout the day. Captain Rich tailors techniques to current fish migrations and weather patterns, ensuring productive trips whether you're after hard-fighting tunas or bottom-dwelling snappers. Bring cash for live bait costs and mate tip—food and beverages welcome aboard for a comfortable offshore experience.
Fishing Charter with Rich Adler – Rates & Booking
Guide Rich Adler of Tuna Wahoo Charters on Wednesday July provides 4-hour offshore fishing adventures starting from Riviera Beach City Marina. These family-friendly charters accommodate up to 5 guests and include fishing licenses in your trip cost. Captain Rich specializes in trolling, deep dropping, and live bait fishing techniques, adapting methods based on seasonal fish migrations and daily conditions. Trips target Little Tunny, Red Snapper, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, and other offshore species depending on the bite. Bring cash to cover live bait costs and mate tip—food and beverages are welcome aboard. Book your West Palm Beach fishing adventure and experience the summer offshore action that makes this area a premier fishing destination.
Highlights of Family-Friendly Palm Beach Fishing Charters
These 4-hour trips offer quick access to productive offshore waters from Riviera Beach City Marina. Captain Rich employs multiple fishing techniques including drift fishing, kite fishing, and bottom fishing to maximize your chances of success. The summer season brings consistent action with species like Little Tunny providing exciting fights on light tackle. Whether you're new to offshore fishing or an experienced angler, these charters cater to all skill levels with hands-on instruction and quality equipment provided.
The variety of target species keeps every trip interesting—from surface-feeding tunas to deep-water snappers and groupers. Captain Rich's local knowledge ensures you're fishing the most productive areas based on current conditions, bait movements, and seasonal patterns that make West Palm Beach waters so productive year-round.
Local Species Insights: Little Tunny
Little Tunny thrive in West Palm Beach's warm offshore waters, particularly during summer months when bait schools are abundant. These fast-swimming members of the tuna family prefer areas where currents meet, creating feeding opportunities near reefs and drop-offs. Captain Rich targets them using trolling techniques with small lures and live bait presentations that mimic their preferred prey. The 15-inch fish landed on recent trips showcase the quality of the local fishery, with these aggressive feeders providing excellent sport on appropriate tackle. Their schooling behavior means when you find one, there are usually more nearby, making for exciting consecutive hookups during peak feeding periods.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
Your 4-hour adventure begins at Riviera Beach City Marina with all necessary fishing equipment and licenses provided. The boat accommodates up to 5 guests comfortably, with safety equipment and local Coast Guard compliance ensuring a secure offshore experience. Captain Rich provides instruction on techniques and handles all rigging, allowing you to focus on the fishing action. Early morning departures take advantage of prime feeding times, while the 4-hour duration provides ample opportunity to try multiple fishing methods and target various species based on conditions.
Fishing in West Palm Beach: Little Tunny
Little Tunny (Euthynnus alletteratus), commonly known as False Albacore or Bonita, belongs to the order Perciformes and family Scombridae. This smaller member of the tuna family is distinguished by its streamlined body, dark wavy lines on the back, and silvery sides. In West Palm Beach waters this July, anglers regularly encounter these fast-swimming predators in schools near offshore reefs and current edges.
Little Tunny Overview
Little Tunny are among the most abundant tunas in Atlantic waters, prized by anglers for their aggressive strikes and strong fights relative to their size. These fish serve as both predator and prey in the marine ecosystem, feeding on small baitfish while being targeted by larger pelagic species. Their abundance and willingness to bite make them excellent targets for both novice and experienced offshore anglers.
Little Tunny Habitat and Distribution
These fish inhabit onshore, nearshore, and offshore waters throughout the western Atlantic. Around West Palm Beach, they're commonly found near reefs, wrecks, and current edges where baitfish concentrate. They prefer warm waters and follow seasonal migrations, moving south during fall and winter months. The Gulf Stream's proximity to the Palm Beach coast creates ideal conditions for year-round populations.
Little Tunny Size and Weight
Adult Little Tunny typically range from 24 to 48 inches in length, weighing between 5 and 15 pounds. The 15-inch specimen caught on recent West Palm Beach charters represents a smaller individual, as these fish continue growing throughout their lives. Larger specimens over 20 pounds are occasionally caught, particularly during peak migration periods.
Little Tunny Diet and Behavior
Little Tunny feed primarily on small schooling fish, squid, and crustaceans. They hunt in coordinated schools, often driving baitfish to the surface where feeding frenzies create excellent fishing opportunities. These fish are most active during dawn and dusk hours, though they can be caught throughout the day when conditions are favorable. Their schooling behavior means multiple hookups are common once a school is located.
Little Tunny Spawning Season
Spawning occurs in warm offshore waters during spring and summer months when water temperatures reach optimal levels. During this period, fish concentrate in specific areas, making them more predictable for anglers. The spawning season coincides with peak fishing activity in West Palm Beach, as fish feed heavily before and after reproductive activities.
Little Tunny Fishing Techniques
Trolling with small lures, spoons, and feathers proves most effective for Little Tunny. Live bait fishing with pilchards, sardines, or ballyhoo also produces excellent results. Light spinning tackle enhances the fight, while wire leaders prevent bite-offs from their sharp teeth. In July around West Palm Beach, anglers find success trolling the reef line and current edges where these fish ambush baitfish schools.
Little Tunny Is It Good to Eat?
Little Tunny provides excellent table fare when properly prepared, offering firm, flavorful meat similar to other tunas. The flesh is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, making it a healthy dining option. Best prepared fresh as sashimi, grilled steaks, or blackened fillets. The meat can be strong-flavored, so bleeding and icing immediately after catch improves taste significantly.
Little Tunny Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best bait for Little Tunny?
A: Small live baits like pilchards and sardines work excellently, along with trolled spoons, feathers, and small diving plugs that mimic their preferred prey.
Q: Where can I find Little Tunny near West Palm Beach?
A: Look for them along the reef line, near wrecks, and where the Gulf Stream creates current edges. They often feed in areas with diving birds and surface activity.
Q: Is Little Tunny good to eat?
A: Yes, when properly handled and prepared fresh. The meat is firm and flavorful, excellent for grilling, sashimi, or blackening preparations.
Q: When is the best time to catch Little Tunny?
A: Early morning and late afternoon provide peak activity, though they can be caught throughout the day during summer months when baitfish are abundant.
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Get ready for an unforgettable offshore adventure with your friends! This fishing charter is the perfect way to experience the stunning Palm Beach waters and try your hand at catching some incredible sea creatures. With room for up to 5 guests, you'll have plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the ride.
