The calendar
There is no off season. There are seasons.
Something is always biting in Costa Rica — the art is matching the month to the fish. Taller, darker bars mean a hotter bite. The interactive month-picker version of this chart is on its way.
Sailfish
Pacific · Peak Dec–Apr · release only
Blue Marlin
Pacific · Peak Jun–Oct · release only
Black Marlin
Pacific · Peak Aug–Oct · release only
Striped Marlin
Pacific · Peak Dec–Mar · release only
Yellowfin Tuna
Pacific · Peak May–Oct
Dorado (Mahi-Mahi)
Pacific · Peak Jun–Oct
Roosterfish
Pacific · Peak May–Sep · release only
Wahoo
Pacific · varies
Cubera Snapper
Pacific · varies
Tarpon
Caribbean · Peak Feb–May · release only
Snook
Caribbean · Peak Sep–Nov
Legend: J F M A M J J A S O N D · Jan → Dec. Season data is an editorial seed — verified against charter and marina sources before launch, refined weekly by the Bite Report.