striped marlin
fish
Also known as: Tetrapterus audax
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perciforms
Representative perciforms of the families Stichaeidae, Blenniidae, Anabantidae, Anarhichadidae, Acanthuridae, Belontiidae, Scombridae, Xiphiidae, and Istiophoridae.
The striped marlin (Kajikia audax) is a species of large, long-nosed marine fish found in the Pacific Ocean. It is characterized by an elongated body, a long dorsal fin, and a spear-like bill extending from its snout. This fish is purplish-blue above, with the back crossed by 15 light blue bands. Striped marlins are carnivorous, feeding on other fishes, and are highly prized by sport anglers and consumed as food. They typically do not exceed 125 kg (275 pounds).12
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