The sailfish is one or two species of marine fish in the genus Istiophorus, which belong to the family Istiophoridae (marlins). They are predominantly blue to gray in colour and have a characteristically large dorsal fin known as the sail, which often stretches the entire length of …

The Sailfish is one of the most instantly recognizable creatures in the ocean. With its distinctive, sail-like dorsal fin, it’s a readily identifiable fish and is the one species of billfish that isn’t easily confused with any other. Because it’s a billfish, it also has a long, sword-like bill that it …

Sailfish are a type of billfish (like the blue marlin or swordfish) that are known not only for their pointed bills, but also their extraordinary dorsal fins that can be taller than the length of their bodies. 1 Sailfish start out as tiny larvae, no more than a few millimeters in length, but grow rapidly during their first year.

The Indo-Pacific sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus) is a sailfish native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans and is naturalized in the Atlantic where it has entered the Mediterranean Sea via the Suez Canal as a Lessepsian migrant. [3] .

The fastest fish in the ocean, sailfish can reach speeds of 68 miles per hour. Their large size and spirited fight make them a favorite among trophy fishers.

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The sailfish has a long, rounded spear extending from its snout but is distinguished from related species, such as marlins, by its slimmer form, long pelvic fins, and, most especially, its large sail-like dorsal fin. It is a deep blue fish, silvery below, with a bright blue, spotted dorsal fin.

a fish with a long, narrow, pointed mouth and a very high fin on its back that looks like a sail (= a sheet attached to a pole on a boat that makes the boat move)

2022年11月8日 · Sailfish (Istiophorus sp.) are two species of billfish that are closely related to blue and white marlin. These marine fish are named for their sail-like dorsal fin, which spans nearly the entire length of their bodies and can grow on some individuals to …

2023年2月1日 · Sailfish are known for their elongated dorsal fins that resemble the sail of a ship. They are highly active and agile fish. Anglers often target them for their challenging and …