Roosterfish Fishing in Costa Rica

Roosterfish Fishing Seasons in Costa Rica

Beautiful and strong, Roosterfish are one of the best species to target in Costa Rica.

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All of these trips gives you the opportunity to catch Roosterfish. Don’t miss out!

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• ‘Meet & Greet’ Airport Service.
• English-speaking drivers.
• Private ground transfers or charter flights.
• Accommodations: pick between hotels, rentals, resorts or fishing lodges.
• Private fishing charters.
• Guided tours (English-speaking guides).
• Meals (as stated in each itinerary).
• 24/7 In-country support.
• Taxes.
• Transaction fees.
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The Best Rooster Fishing in Costa Rica

The Roosterfish is one of Costa Rica’s most sought-after species. This is because it’s the target and prize of the most serious inshore fishermen.

Popular for its fighting ability and its photogenic beauty, once hooked, this brazen and macho fish will try–and actually might be able–to out muscle you.

While the average Roosterfish in Costa Rica is about 20-40 lbs, Roosters over 50 lbs are common and a good catch. A few monsters over 80 lbs are typically landed every year as well.

The trademark comb-like dorsal fin is its most unique trait. While the two dark blue/black bands along its sides add to its style points.

Part of the drum family, it also has a sloping forehead and a very strong, bone-like jaw. The Roosterfish is most definitely a predatory species. It feeds on a smaller reef and juvenile fish that it chomps up with a tight bite.

How to Catch Roosterfish

There are many ways to catch a Trophy Roosterfish, but one, in particular, seems to always produce results.

Bump trolling a live bait around the reefs and outer islands is the single best way. Lookdowns, sardines, bonitas or blue runners are particularly good for Roosters.

Roosters can also be hooked with poppers and jigs. Some anglers are even targeting Roosterfish with the fly rod.

Whether you are a seasoned angler or just getting started, Roosterfish is a great bucket list choice.

With the right guide your chances increase, so let us help you with any advice and services you may need.

Where to Target Roosterfish

To wrestle Roosterfish, head to the shallower waters of the Pacific Ocean.

They can be found from Southern California to the coast of Ecuador you. Roosterfish are an inshore species, so they are rarely found at a depth greater than 200 ft.

In Costa Rica, Roosterfish are most commonly found near the rocky islands, reefs, and pinnacles off the Pacific coast. They can also be targeted surf casting or working the river mouths.

Roosterfish Season in Costa Rica

Roosterfish are caught all year-round in Costa Rica, so they don’t really have a season.

Catch them all the way from Southern to Northern Costa Rica throughout the entire year. So as long as you have live bait and a good guide you are off to a good start.

If catching a Roosterfish is on your fishing vacation bucket list, let us know. Our team of fishing experts will tailor-make an itinerary focused on your fish of choice.