Least Concern
Sailfish
Istiophorus platypterus
A fast pelagic fish with a spectacular sail-like dorsal fin.
Category
Fish
Habitat
Ocean
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
4–13 years in the wild
Size
Body length up to 3.4 m; weight up to 100 kg
Scientific Name
Istiophorus platypterus
About Sailfish
A fast pelagic fish with a spectacular sail-like dorsal fin.
It belongs to the Fish group and is commonly associated with ocean habitats with a carnivore diet, with a lifespan of 4–13 years in the wild, a size of Body length up to 3.4 m; weight up to 100 kg, a conservation status of Least Concern.
Fun Fact
Sailfish are often cited among the fastest fish in the ocean.
Where Sailfish Lives
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Pacific Costa Rica
, Costa Rica
Baja California
, Mexico