The Atlantic Sailfish (Istiophorus albicans) is a member of the sailfish family, Istiophoridae. They prefer colder seas and warm temperate oceans of the earth. It sports a white underside, but the top of its body is covered in gray color. Its name comes from its unique dorsal fin or sail, which is relatively higher compared to their bodies and runs along its entire back.
These fast-moving animals love to be near the ocean surface and away from land and also show an elongated bill. The Sailfish (Istiophorus) is a highly prized game fish, grows quickly and attacks prey by causing injury using its bill.
Atlantic Sailfish have a total length between 7.5’-11’ (2.3-3.4 m), body height of 13”-20” (33-50.8 cm), and an overall weight in the range of 132-220 lb (60-100 kg). The typical lifespan of the Atlantic Sailfish is 10-15 years.
The Atlantic Sailfish (Istiophorus albicans) is a member of the sailfish family, Istiophoridae. They prefer colder seas and warm temperate oceans of the earth. It sports a white underside, but the top of its body is covered in gray color. Its name comes from its unique dorsal fin or sail, which is relatively higher compared to their bodies and runs along its entire back.
These fast-moving animals love to be near the ocean surface and away from land and also show an elongated bill. The Sailfish (Istiophorus) is a highly prized game fish, grows quickly and attacks prey by causing injury using its bill.
Atlantic Sailfish have a total length between 7.5’-11’ (2.3-3.4 m), body height of 13”-20” (33-50.8 cm), and an overall weight in the range of 132-220 lb (60-100 kg). The typical lifespan of the Atlantic Sailfish is 10-15 years.
