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Fishing is one of the main sources of income in Jamaica as the surrounding Caribbean Sea is home to several types of fish because of the difference in the underwater landscapes of the region. The large sport fish can be found here along with the bright fish of the coral reefs. Some fish also favor the shallow island edges.
Jamaican Northern water is famous for deep-sea and sport fishing. The variety includes mahi mahi, wahoo, blue and white marlin, sailfish, tarpon, barracuda and bonito. Two international fishing tournaments, the Jamaica International Fishing Tournament and Jamaica International Blue Marlin Team Tournament are held in Jamaica. Most of the hotels in Northern Jamaica provide fishing facilities. Sport fishing boats are also available.
The Bone fish, best fighter of all fishes are the shallow water fish of the region. Wahoo, barracuda, tarpon all come under their species. They can be caught from the beach. Small boats can also be used. Fishermen can enjoy deep-sea fishes like marlin, wahoo, mahi mahi and sailfish. The varieties can be found just off the shores within a quarter of a mile from the island.
Reef Fishing is not popular in Jamaica but people can use conch or squid as baits to catch some of the most interesting fishes. Grouper, mutton, snapper, yellowtail snapper and jack crevalle are among the common fishes of this area.
It is the absolute place for adventure lovers. Other than that Fishing is one of the main sources of economy in Jamaica.
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