Fishing in Malta

The Aquatica site provides an introduction to fishing in Malta. This piece captures the spirit of both shore and boat fishing which "are practiced all year round and often offer rewarding captures."From Aquatica:

The best season generally is in late summer (September), when the water tempreture rises and shoals of pelagic fish such as Garfish, Dorado, Amberjack, and Little Tuna come close to the shore. Depending on where and when one can practice loads of different angling techniques. Rock fishing, beach ledgering, spinnig, float fishing just to mention a few. Generally many choose to relax along the sea side in shelterd bays or on the many piers along the shore line and enjoy a few hours of light tackle fishing.

The Maltese waters host a large variety of fish and underwater fauna. When fishing from shore it is easy to catch various bottom dwelling species such as Bream, Wrasse, Comber, Mullet, Parrotfish and much more. A soft to medium action telescopic casting rod fitted with a medium spinning reel filled up with 6kg (10lbs) breaking strain monofilament line is the ideal choice for light tackle fishing. Bait is another essential part in order to get a few fish in your landing net...

Having the opportunity of fishing from a boat will increase your chances of catching bigger species... Even very close to the shore it is possible to come across Barracuda, Little Tunny or Amberjack especially in the early morning hours or just before dawn. When the sea is flat calm it is also possible to sea shoals of little sardine gathered close to the surface being attacked by bigger fish and making it look like rain hitting the water...

Traditional Maltese Fishing; Fishing Regulations in Malta; The Federation of Maltese Fishing Enthusiasts; On the shores of the sea by Sandra Aquilina; Joe Borg from Malta is the European Commissioner in charge of Fisheries;