The time and money spent traveling means that catching a big tuna that meets US regulations, is crucial. This means competitors can only catch one fish per trip.
This season, they competed for the title of G.O.A.T., the captain who catches the biggest fish, the priciest fish.įederal regulations limit the number of tuna that fishermen can catch per trip to replenish the depleted tuna population. The show follows nine boats in the Gloucester area competing to catch the biggest and most quality tuna.
National Geographic’s hit show Wicked Tuna, featuring nine teams of New England fishermen, is shooting its 13th season.
