Pacific Mackerel in Stock

Cal Fish Exports has Pacific Mackerel in stock!  The product we have is probably best suited for bait.  Here are the other details:

200-500 grams

Packed in 15 kilo cartons

40,000 pounds available

FOB San Diego, CA, USA

We're offering this product at a great price.  Contact sales@calfishexports.com for more information and additional photos.

Mexico Bans Shark Fishing

Mexico's Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock, Rural Development, Fisheries and Food (Sagarpa) has issued a ban on all shark fishing off the Mexican coasts.  The ban is hoped to promoted the sustainable development of shark species and is in effect in the Pacific Ocean until July 30th.  The ban in the Gulf of Mexico is in effect until June 30th.

We Have Yellow Croaker!

We only have a small amount of Yellow Croaker still available, and we're offering at a reduced price for a limited time.  Contact sales@calfishexports.com for more information on the Yellow Croaker that is available for immediate shipment!

California Squid for Bait - In Stock

Cal Fish Exports currently has California Squid (Loligo opalescens) suitable for bait or aquaculture feed in stock.  The squid is packed in 45 pound nude blocks, and the bag that you see in the photo has been removed from each block.

Contact sales@calfishexports.com for more photos and pricing information. 

Peru to Evaluate Hake Fishing

The Peruvian Ministry of Production has authorized exploratory fishing of hake in a small area off the northern end of Peru.  The exploratory fishing was to take place on April 29th.  

In late March, the Peruvian government issued a ban on hake fishing to protect the spawning peak.  The exploratory fishing day will provide scientists with data on the hake spawning season, and will aid the government in establishing new quotas and seasons.  

Pacific Mackerel can Make Great Bait

Some fisherman aren't aware that small Pacific Mackerel (Scomber japonicus) make great bait fish.  Pacific Mackerel are great bait when fishing for Bass, Yellow Croaker, White Croaker, Halibut, Sole and other ground fish.  The oily flesh of the Pacific Mackerel also makes it a great bait fish when fishing for sharks and rays.

Cal Fish Exports specializes in bait Pacific Mackerel.  We often ship full truck loads or container loads, but small shipment sizes are also available.  Please contact sales@calfishexports.com for pricing and shipping information.

Pacific Sardines Now in Stock

Pacific Sardines (Sardinops sagax) are now being caught and are in stock at Cal Fish Exports.  

Contact us at sales@calfishexports.com for more information, photos and availability details.

Pacific Hake Now in Stock

Pacific Hake (Merluccius productus) is now being caught and Cal Fish Exports has stock for sale!

Contact sales@calfishexports.com for more information and catch photos.

Starving Sea Lion Pups Washing Ashore In Southern California

Starving sea lion pups have been washing up on Southern California beaches at an alarming rate, and no one can seem to figure out why.  Roughly 1,100 pups have been rescued and placed into local rehabilitation centers, and last week NOAA declared the strandings an "Unusual Mortality Event".  Pups that are being rescued are coming in weighing about half of what they should.

The rate of strandings resembles what can be seen during an El Nino evvent, however, the area hasn't seen an El Nino event in years.  The last major El Nino event was in 1997-1998.

The best guess is that something is causing the sea lions' food source (mainly sardines and anchovies) to move or disappear, making it harder for the young pups to find food.  Without an indication as to why the pups are washing ashore, it's anyone's guess as to how long these strandings will continue.

Corvina Season to End Soon

Corvina (Cilus gilberti) season is almost over.  

Cal Fish Exports does have Corvina in stock, but our inventory is going fast.  Contact sales@calfishexports.com today for more information on what we have to offer.

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