Indo-Pacific sailfish

or Istiophorus platypterus

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A sailfish at an aqarium

Size (length and weight)

The maximum length ever reported is 348 centimeters, but it is commonly around the 270 cm mark

Physical description
It has a black dorsal fin that's HUGE, and a silver body. It has a pointy "nose" too.

Location in the world
They are mostly found in the Pacific Ocean, although they can also be found in the upper parts of the Indian Ocean.

Diet
The Istiophorus platypterus is a carnivore.

Predators
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Young
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Niche or role in their ecosystem
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Other names
Is it called by any other names? No.

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Wikipedia

http://zipcodezoo.com/Animals/I/Istiophorus_platypterus/

http://www.eol.org/pages/228441