La octopus fishing It is one of the most appreciated and interesting for all anglers, both recreational and sports, leaving out commercial fishing, which, for obvious reasons, finds it much more attractive.
En Canary Islands, unlike other Autonomous Communities, octopus fishing is very possible, yes indeed Under some conditions. Let's review in this post some of the characteristics of this fishing, this much more especially in the waters of the Canary Islands archipelago.
What modalities are allowed for octopus fishing in the Canary Islands?
octopus fishing was allowed in practically all recreational modalities that are under regulation: from the coast, by boat and sub fishing.
However, in sub fishing in some areas the capture of this cephalopod has been prohibited specific. It will also be necessary to review the respective law, before fishing in some areas.
Specifications on the minimum sizes for octopus fishing in the Canary Islands
For recreational octopus fishing, an average weight and size for the capture of octopuses is specified:
- specimens of minimum 1 kilogram weight. Being the total sum of captures of this species of 5 kilograms.
Commercial fishing allows a maximum of 12 kilos of octopus fishing per day, also with the same minimum weight of 1kg.
Jigs for Octopus
One of the most used and permitted in the area is the use of jigging. The jigs that are allowed in cephalopod fishing are anchored to a cylindrical piece that allows the pieces to enter.
Many of the jigs can be enhanced by hand by the most skilled and experienced fishermen, however, there are excellent pieces on the market with bright colors that are ideal for fishing octopus and other cephalopods such as cuttlefish or squid.
As bait those with strong odors such as sardines are perfect for the octopus.
Where to spot octopuses in the Canary Islands?
Tenerife It is one of the preferred areas for octopus fishing. So much so that it has ideal spaces to cast the rod or even practice sub-fishing (be careful with this and the capture of octopuses).
At the level of inland waters, the ideal for fishing is between Santo Domingo and the Waters or in the sectors between Boca Crab and Punta del Morro or maybe you prefer Roques de Antequera and Punta Los Órganos.
In outer waters fishing can be tried between San Miguel de Tajao and Middle Beach o Medano Beach and Punta del Confital.
Octopus Farm Plant
One of the novelties is the launch of a octopus farming for commercial consumption, located in facilities on the island La Palma. An undertaking that could bear good fruit and would also allow these waters to be repopulated with this highly valued species.
