Mediterranean shortbill spearfish

Tetrapturus belone

Not Evaluated Saltwater

Max Length

240.0 cm

Max Weight

70.0 kg

Depth Range

0-200m

Family

Istiophoridae

Physical Description

Measurement	Value
Maximum Length	240.0 cm
Maximum Weight	70.0 kg
Depth Range	0-200m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic

Water Type

Saltwater

Depth Range

0-200m

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Taxonomy

Order	Istiophoriformes (Marlins and swordfish)
Family	Istiophoridae (Marlins and sailfish)
Species	Tetrapturus belone

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Mediterranean shortbill spearfish get?

Mediterranean shortbill spearfish can grow up to 240.0 cm long and weigh 70.0 kg.

Where is Mediterranean shortbill spearfish found?

Neritic

What family does Mediterranean shortbill spearfish belong to?

Mediterranean shortbill spearfish (Tetrapturus belone) belongs to the family Istiophoridae (Marlins and sailfish) in the order Istiophoriformes (Marlins and swordfish).