MARLIN

MARLIN

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Marlin has an elongated body, a spear-like snout or bill, and a long, rigid dorsal fin which extends forward to form a crest. Marlins are fast swimmers, reaching speeds of about 80 km/h (50 mph). Marlin is recognized as one of the foremost big game-species in the world, due to its incredible size, strength, power, and aggressive behavior.

DIET

The marlin feeds on a wide variety of organisms near the surface. It uses its bill to stun, injure, or kill while knifing through a school of fish or other prey, then returns to eat the injured or stunned fish. They feed on a variety of squid and pelagic fish. They are also known to feed on mackerel, tuna, and occasionally smaller dolphins when food-supplies are low.

LIFESPAN

Average lifespan of female marlin  is 27 years in the wild. Males live much shorter - only 18 years.