The Billfish Foundation

Milestone Monday From first tags to milestone releases, these moments represent more than numbers. They reflect dedication on the water and a global commitment to billfish conservation.

Our newest publication reveals how advanced elemental profiling can quickly and accurately distinguish marlin species without damaging samples. Explore this study and more research shaping the future of billfish conservation Read more at billfish.org/publications/

A satellite tag from a billfish has surfaced inshore near Fort Pierce, FL, and is actively pinging its location. If you are in the area: Keep an eye out for a yellow floating tag/device. If found DM us immediately or contact: tbf@billfish.org

As part of The Billfish Foundation’s 40th Anniversary, we’re inviting our community to help tell the story. Share your memory here: #memories" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">billfish.org/40for40/#memor…

A TBF classic, now in a lighter layer. Our Lightweight Water Resistant Jacket brings the same iconic style as the yellow jackets TBF is known for, just in a lighter, more versatile version. Shop here: shop.billfish.org

Join us in West Palm Beach for the 2026 Tag & Release Award Ceremony as we celebrate the individuals and teams advancing billfish conservation worldwide. Tickets and tables are now available. Secure your seat at the table: billfish.org

As part of 40 for 40, we invite you to share your photos, memories, and stories from the past four decades. From unforgettable releases to moments in the cockpit and tournament highlights, your story is part of TBF’s legacy. Share your story here: billfish.org/40for40

Join The Billfish Foundation in West Palm Beach during the West Palm Boat Show weekend for the 2026 Tag & Release Award Ceremony. Tickets and tables are on sale now. Reserve your seat: billfish.org

Tournament Tuesday Swipe through to see what’s coming up this season! From the Sailfish Challenge to the Chub Cay Classic, El Jefe Invitational, and Chub Cay Open. Each event plays a role in protecting the future of billfish.

Join us for one of the biggest nights in billfish conservation! 📅 Friday, March 27, 2026 📍 West Palm Beach Marriott 🍸 Cocktails, dinner & awards 🎟️ Tickets & tables available now

Satellite Tagging Begins Soon… In the coming days, The Billfish Foundation and research partners will head offshore in South Florida to begin satellite tagging Atlantic sailfish as part of the Southern Florida Sailfish Initiative.

Calling all young artists! 📅 Submission deadline: March 31, 2026 🖌️ We’d love to see billfish take center stage — marlin, sailfish, and more. 🔗 Submit artwork & learn more: fisheries.noaa.gov/HMS-art

Satellite tags offer a powerful window into the lives of Atlantic sailfish after release, capturing movement, depth, and environmental data over time in ways traditional tags cannot.

After countless requests, our iconic yellow jacket has returned. This vintage favorite sold out once and never stopped being asked about. Lightweight, water-resistant, and built for life on and off the water, it’s a true TBF classic. Shop the return → shop.billfish.org

As The Billfish Foundation celebrates 40 years of advancing billfish research and conservation, we are launching the Southern Florida Sailfish Initiative, which also happens to be the first satellite tagging expedition of our 40th anniversary year!

40 Years. One Mission. A Bold Step Forward. This isn’t about celebrating the past. It’s about committing to what comes next. Swipe to learn how 40 for 40 is shaping the future of billfish conservation and how you can be part of it. 🔗 billfish.org/40for40

Congratulations to longtime TBF supporter Pat Healey, named Marlin Magazine’s 2025 Person of the Year. This recognition highlights the kind of leadership that drives meaningful conservation forward by protecting billfish and safeguarding the future of the sport.

Milestone Monday From first tags to landmark releases, every moment on the water matters. This week, we’re recognizing anglers, mates, and captains whose dedication to tag and release continues to advance billfish conservation across the globe.

40 years of conservation. 40 satellite tags for the future. 40 for 40 is coming. Learn more: billfish.org/40for40

That’s a wrap on the 2024–2025 competition. We’re grateful for an incredible season. Final results coming January 2026. picture shot by @multimediadeckhand