Massachusetts fishermen land 1,260-pound blue marlin, just short of world record
Two fishermen off the coast of Massachusetts successfully captured an exceptionally large Atlantic blue marlin weighing 1,260 pounds, which may represent the largest specimen of its kind ever taken in waters near the East Coast. The catch occurred approximately 100 miles from Cape Cod after the anglers had initially experienced an unsuccessful fishing day.
Captain Damon Stacco and his client Walter Chapman engaged in a three-hour struggle with the fish after spotting what they initially believed might be a shark. Stacco's account captures the moment of discovery, describing the prominent dorsal fin and the intense fight that ensued once the fish was hooked, marking a remarkable achievement for the angling duo.
- Two Massachusetts fishermen landed a 1,260-pound Atlantic blue marlin, potentially the largest ever caught off the East Coast
- The catch required a three-hour battle approximately 100 miles off Cape Cod
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Two anglers off the coast of Massachusetts have caught an enormous Atlantic blue marlin weighing 1,260 pounds, thought to be among the largest ever landed in waters off the East Coast of the United States. Blue marlin are prized by big-game fishermen for their size, strength and the difficulty of catching them, which is why an exceptional specimen like this draws attention well beyond the local fishing community.
The catch was made by charter captain Damon Stacco and his client Walter Chapman, roughly 100 miles out to sea from Cape Cod. Landing a fish of this size typically involves a prolonged fight to bring it aboard, and such catches are often measured against official world-record listings kept by international sport-fishing bodies.