04-08-2005, 06:05 AM
Squid fishing has existed in Malta since the very early ages, mostly to be used as basit. But since the introduction of professional Lures around 10 years ago, it has picked up with amateurs like myself. Yes at times there are 30 fisherman on the Marfa Jetty, no place left for a needle.
Cirkewwa is where the Gozo Ferry leaves yes, the hot spot is on the left quay since there is a ledge about 10metres out from the edge.
Fish is abundant at times true. We are on the way of many migrating fish. Barracuda, AmberJack and Dolphin Fish (Lampuka) are the most popular with amateur fisherman. Albacore and Tuna are also becoming very popular. I've been Albacore fishing twice this year but I didn't have any luck unfortunately.
I'm planning to do some octopus traps this summer. I'll let you know how it goes. I would also like to try fishing in deeper seas for squid. I've never tried it.
Leonard
Cirkewwa is where the Gozo Ferry leaves yes, the hot spot is on the left quay since there is a ledge about 10metres out from the edge.
Fish is abundant at times true. We are on the way of many migrating fish. Barracuda, AmberJack and Dolphin Fish (Lampuka) are the most popular with amateur fisherman. Albacore and Tuna are also becoming very popular. I've been Albacore fishing twice this year but I didn't have any luck unfortunately.
I'm planning to do some octopus traps this summer. I'll let you know how it goes. I would also like to try fishing in deeper seas for squid. I've never tried it.
Leonard