A powerful, curious migratory predator that swims near surface buoys, turtles, and manta rays. Features a dark brown dorsal coloration, distinct white lateral stripe, and broad depressed head.
How we fish for them
Sight-cast 2oz live eel rigs or 1.5oz white bucktails with 6-inch pink soft trailers directly to surface-cruising fish near channel buoys.
Rod: Susquehanna Striper Rod 7'6" MHF Reel: FAIRLEAD 3000 • 30lb Braid + 50lb FC
Gear for this in the catalog →Gear that catches Cobia
Pulled from the shop by how Cobia is actually fished — not a fixed list, so it tracks the catalogue.
Handle with care
Safe release: Wet hands or rubber net before handling to preserve protective slime layer.
Seasons & limits are the law's, not ours
Size, season and creel rules change; always verify with the official regulations before you fish. Maryland DNR regulations →
Profile last reviewed: August 2026