Opah Fish

San Diego Tuna Anglers Encounter Rare Opah Fish

What started as an ordinary tuna-fishing trip off the coast of San Diego turned into a rare and thrilling adventure when a group of anglers found themselves face-to-face with a school of opah—the vibrant, moon-shaped fish not often seen in local waters. Known for their unique rounded bodies, striking silvery-blue

San Diego Tuna Anglers Encounter Rare Opah Fish

What started as an ordinary tuna-fishing trip off the coast of San Diego turned into a rare and thrilling adventure when a group of anglers found themselves face-to-face with a school of opah—the vibrant, moon-shaped fish not often seen in local waters. Known for their unique rounded bodies, striking silvery-blue scales, and reddish-orange fins, opah are rarely encountered by recreational anglers, making this a truly unforgettable experience. A Surprising Discovery Amid Tuna Fishing As the crew prepared for their typical tuna