Black marlin
Istiompax indica
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 465,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 750,0 kg |
| نطاق العمق | 0-915m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
0-915m
معلومات الصيد
أسماك الصيد الرياضي
نعم
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Istiophoriformes (Marlins and swordfish) |
| الفصيلة | Istiophoridae (Marlins and sailfish) |
| الأنواع | Istiompax indica |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Black marlin get?
Black marlin can grow up to 465.0 cm long and weigh 750.0 kg.
Where is Black marlin found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Black marlin belong to?
Black marlin (Istiompax indica) belongs to the family Istiophoridae (Marlins and sailfish) in the order Istiophoriformes (Marlins and swordfish).
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