The July 2024 Billfish News highlights an eventful New Zealand billfish season, with strong striped marlin catches extending further south than usual and high tag-and-release participation during the NZSFC Nationals. Several tagged marlin recaptures provided insights into fish movement within New Zealand waters, while long-term recaptures of southern bluefin tuna, some at liberty for more than 20 years, offered information on growth and longevity. The report also outlines ongoing satellite tagging research aimed at improving understanding of billfish movements across the Southwest Pacific.
Billfish News – July 2024: Strong Marlin Season and Long-Term Tag Recaptures
