When can you catch ulua?

Kee says the best action is at night as the GTs swim shallow while hunting for food. “When the moon rises we put out our rigs,” he says. Sharpies will fish multiple rods and popular spots are often crowded with lines. Battling an ulua through a maze of lines and rocky obstacle course is part of the challenge.

Where can I catch ulua in Oahu?

Where to Catch Ulua and Papio on Oahu. Some local spots for shore fishing near Honolulu include Bamboo Ridge, Diamond Head, The Waikiki end of Ala Moana Park, the Kakaako Waterfront Park, Ewa Beach Park, and the nearby Oneula Beach Park.

What kind of fish is ulua?

giant trevally
The giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis), known in Hawaii as ‘ulua aukea’, is a large (up to 170 cm Total Length, 80 kg) top predator found on coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific region where it is highly sought after as a food and game fish.

What can you do with ulua?

Ulua filets are best served skinless, and while this fish does have bones, they are very easy to remove. The flavor is sweet and delicate, but the flesh is firm, which means that it can stand up to being used in stir-fries, pastas and soups, though the best way to cook and eat ulua is to pan fry it.

What is the best bait for Papio?

Specifically for papio, the oama (live juvenile goatfish) is perfect as a bait! With a heavier line, you can cast this bait out with weight that will sit out, rather than whipping. Lastly, the best color lure to use for baiting fish is black, because it imitates small fish that the papio would typically eat.

What is dunking in fishing?

Dunking is a more sedentary type of fishing when compared to whipping. The essence of dunking is the dunking rig, some times called outside of Hawaii a Three-Way Break Away Rig. The Rig is simple but effective. A main line is tied to a three way swivel, which is tied off to a lead and a hook respectively.

Can you fish Pearl Harbor?

Shoreline, pole and line fishing is permitted in Pearl Harbor waters – Designated Areas ONLY (see map). CATCH & RELEASE, no collection/harvesting of any form of marine life is allowed. Hickam ~ 1.8 miles of the shoreline, as well as, in water wading along the Ahua Reef fishing area that measures ~180 acres.

How big do Ulua get?

Almost all Hawaiian natives know what an ‘ulua is, as it has been a prized fish to catch for over 1,000 years, but very few people have ever seen a giant trevally underwater. This five-foot-long fish can grow up to 200 pounds, and the large ones usually live in underwater caves.

What is a Ulua Rod?

Oversize Large Packaging Required. Shimano Tallus Ulua rods were built especially for the Hawaii market. These rods were designed to be lightweight and strong to catch that ulua of a lifetime. These fish (in the same family as jacks and pompano) have a well deserved reputation for being fierce fighters.

Can you fish at Ulua Beach?

Ulua is the name of what is perhaps the most popular Hawaiian game fish, so it was definitely a winner for the brochures. Ulua Beach fronts the Wailea Elua Village condos and is popular with dive instructors, as there is a good beginner level dive at the outer reef.

What size hooks for Papio?

They are 2.76 inches long, and will easily adhere to your hook. Many fans recommend pairing a ⅛ oz jig head with a 2/0 hook.