Daniel O’Neill is an Irish writer and professional angler, known for his diverse fishing portfolio. His experience spans from catching pufferfish in the Canary Islands to landing diamond sturgeon in Poland. One of his proudest accomplishments is catching a shore-caught tope, widely regarded as one of the UK’s toughest fishing feats. In addition to his personal achievements, Daniel has contributed to shark tagging programs, advancing Irish conservation efforts. Specializing in predator species, he excels at targeting sea bass, pike, and salmon on the fly. But his all-time favorite remains the elusive mullet—considered the UK’s hardest-fighting fish pound for pound. His diverse angling knowledge informs his writing, providing readers with invaluable insights into the world of fishing.
