Dolphin are prolific, fast-growing (though short-lived), quite speedy, wildly acrobatic, and awfully hard to beat when fresh from a hot skillet. They're also common in the clear offshore waters of the Gulf Coast.
The largest members of the tribe are almost invariably found in either blue or blue-green water. Conversely, smaller dolphins may be surprisingly abundant in "clear-green" water, which is frequently much closer to shore and therefore more accessible to more anglers. If you own a reasonably seaworthy rig in the 22-foot class or larger and the weather is forecast to be favorable for an offshore run, these fish are accessible to you.
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