Tourism based upon recreactional fishing is extremely big business for developing countries in Central America, and Billfish are the Chief Executives.

 

The extremely high density of these apex predators attracts anglers from around the world, injecting millions of dollars into local economies. It has been estimated that a sailfish caught and released by a recreational angler is worth up to $800, while one that is caught as bycatch in commercial operations is worth $50 in local markets.