Higher classification Tetrapturus Order Perciformes | Family Istiophoridae Phylum Chordata Rank Species | |
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Scientific name Tetrapturus angustirostris Similar Marlin, Longbill spearfish, Tetrapturus, Striped marlin, Black marlin | ||
Fish maui shortbill spearfish
The shortbill spearfish (Tetrapturus angustirostris) is a species of marlin native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans, with occasional records from the Atlantic Ocean. This species occurs in open waters not far from the surface. This species can reach a length of 230 cm (91 in), though most do not exceed 190 cm (75 in). The maximum recorded weight for this species is 52 kg (115 lb). It is of minor importance to commercial fisheries and is also a game fish.
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Solo shortbill spearfish off coffs harbour
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