Also known as Dolphinfish or Mahi-Mahi, the Dorado is one of the most exciting fish to catch on light tackle. An extremely colorful fish, Dorados are extremely fast swimmers. A hooked Dorado might leap or tailwalk, first in one direction, then another.

It's been estimated that they can reach speeds of 50 mph (80 kmh) in short bursts. Look for them under trash lines that accumulate during the rainy season (roughly may to december). Schools of Dorado can become a nuisance for anglers looking for the larger Billfish lurking below the school. The Dorado is a delicious food fish.