Atlantic Blue Marlin

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The Atlantic Blue Marlin is native to the waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Description

Scientific Name: Makaira nigricans Conservation Status: Unknown Distribution: Atlantic Ocean Maximum Length: 16 feet 3 inches Maximum Weight: 820 kg

The Atlantic Blue Marlins massive size makes it one of the worlds largest bony fish species. It is a very popular game fish as well, with fishing tournaments running specifically for Atlantic Blue Marlins. They are a dark blue on the top, with a silvery-white bottom. They feed primarily on smaller fish. The Bahamas calls the Atlantic Blue Marlin its national fish.

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Actinopterygii Order: Perciformes Family: Istiophoridae Genus: Makaira Species: M. nigricans

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