Black marlin
Istiompax indica
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Black marlin (Istiompax indica) is a marine fish of the family Istiophoridae (Marlins and sailfish), in the order Istiophoriformes. Maximum recorded length is 465 cm, with a maximum published weight of 750 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–915 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 465,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 750,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-915m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
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Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Istiophoriformes (Marlins and swordfish) |
| Familie | Istiophoridae (Marlins and sailfish) |
| Arten | Istiompax indica |
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