Fish Species Guide 2026: 190 Sport Fish — Profiles, Seasons & Techniques
Discover 190 sport fish worldwide. Profiles, best seasons, fishing techniques and which countries you'll find them. From pike to marlin — all in one guide!
What fish species can you catch worldwide? Our Fish Species Guide shows 190 of the most popular sport fish — from local pike to Atlantic salmon to the legendary Blue Marlin. Each species with profile, size, season, technique and best countries.
Search by species, filter by freshwater or saltwater, find trophy fish or beginner-friendly species. Click any fish for the full profile including fishing licenses and matching tours in the respective countries.
196 species
60-120 cm64 Countries64
100-170 cm55 Countries55
100-180 cm54 Countries54
200-270 cm53 Countries53
250-400 cm53 Countries53
40-80 cm52 Countries52
80-140 cm50 Countries50
80-130 cm44 Countries44
50-120 cm40 Countries40
100-200 cm40 Countries40
80-130 cm38 Countries38
60-120 cm37 Countries37
120-200 cm36 Countries36
25-50 cm36 Countries36
50-90 cm30 Countries30
40-70 cm26 Countries26
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30-60 cm24 Countries24
80-150 cm23 Countries23
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80-150 cm16 Countries16
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60-120 cm13 Countries13
50-90 cm13 Countries13
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50-100 cm12 Countries12
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40-65 cm12 Countries12
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150-250 cm12 Countries12
50-90 cm11 Countries11
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many fish species are there for fishing?+
There are an estimated 33,000 fish species worldwide, but only about 200-300 are popular sport fish. Our guide covers the 190 most important ones — from small brook trout to the 600 kg Black Marlin.
What are the biggest sport fish in the world?+
The biggest sport fish are: Black Marlin (up to 700 kg), Blue Marlin (up to 600 kg), Great White Shark (up to 1,000 kg, but protected), Wels Catfish (up to 300 kg), Mekong Giant Catfish (up to 300 kg) and Halibut (up to 320 kg).
Which fish are best for beginners?+
Beginners should target peaceful fish like bream, roach, carp, trout and in saltwater mackerel or whiting. They're common, bite well and don't require expensive specialized equipment.
Which trophy fish are most sought after worldwide?+
The most sought-after trophy fish are: Atlantic Salmon (King of Fish), Blue Marlin (Big Game), Atlantic Tarpon (Silver King), Bonefish (Ghost of the Flats), Sturgeon (ancient giant), Peacock Bass (Amazon), Golden Dorado (South America), Taimen (Mongolia).
Which fish are catchable year-round?+
In saltwater, most species are catchable year-round (Marlin, Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, Mackerel). In freshwater, many species have closed seasons — e.g. pike in many countries February-April. Carp, catfish and eel are often allowed year-round.
Where do I find the best countries for a specific fish species?+
Click on a fish species in our guide. On the detail page you'll find a list of all countries where this species occurs, with links to our country pages and matching fishing tours.