They search for weed lines or floating debris that attracts baitfish. If jacks and chicken dolphin are present, a big wahoo is often nearby. Wahoos are attracted by the vibration and silhouettes of baitfish. Black lures trimmed in orange, green or red work well. So, too, do lures of dolphin green and orange.
Wahoo are a toothy fish.
Wire, cable or heavy monofilament leaders are a must. When a tandem hook rig is used, the trailing hook should be attached with wire. Wahoo are catching the attention of both anglers and lure manufacturers. High speed lures such as the Panhandle High Speeder and the Panhandle Wave Dancer are catching on all over Florida. Increasingly, wahoos are coming to figure in conversation among captains.