
Bigeye Scad: A Valuable Treasure of the Maldives’ Waters
Bigeye scad, locally known as mushimas, is one of the Maldives’ most
Enlightening and inspiring tales that capture the distinct beauty of the Maldives

Across the Indian Ocean, few destinations command the respect of sport anglers quite like the Maldives. Isolated coral atolls, dramatic ocean drop-offs, and nutrient-rich currents create ideal conditions for some

The critical moment: An angler reaches for his Giant Trevally on the sands of Fuvahmulah, securing the catch after a challenging battle against the island's powerful shore break. Photo Credit:

Beyond the deep-sea tuna chase, the Maldives’ true culinary treasures hide within the coral labyrinth. In the Maldives, the true pulse of the archipelago isn't found in the industrial tuna

A successful catch (yellowstripe goatfish) using the traditional netting method. In the Maldivian islands, circular nets—typically 12 to 15 inches in diameter—are used to harvest goatfish as they swim slowly

Bigeye scad, locally known as mushimas, is one of the Maldives’ most

On my island of Fuvahmulah, giant trevallies are more than fish. They

Slow pitch jigging is a popular jigging technique used in the Maldives

Flying fish is one of the best baits for fishing in the


If we want to find giant trevally on our island, Fuvahmulah, we

The risk-taking and bravery of our fishermen may be unknown to many

Xavier Romero FrÃas, a Spanish writer and scholar who carried out extensive

Tides are a natural phenomenon that influence fishing activity. It contributes nutrients,