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belongs to the Family Istiophoridae. Any of various large marine fishes of the genus Istiophorus, having a large saillike dorsal fin and an upper jaw that is prolonged into a spearlike bone.
Sailfishes reach a maximum size of approximately 11 ft (3.5 m) total length and 220 lb (100 kg). Body fairly compressed. Two dorsal and two anal fins, the first dorsal fin sail-like and remarkably higher than greatest body depth, with 42-49 rays. Second dorsal fin with six or seven rays, slightly posterior to second anal fin which also has six or seven rays. Pectoral fins moderate, 18-20 rays. Pelvic fins extremely long, almost reaching the anus, depressable into a groove, with one spine and several rays tightly fused together. Jaws and palatine bones with small, file-like teeth. Gill rakers absent. Left and right branchiostegal membranes broadly united. Vertebrae, 24. Swim bladder made up of many small bubble-shaped chambers
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What kind of food does a sailfish eat?
other fish
How many pounds do sailfish eat per day?
5
Who is fastest the mako shark or sailfish?
sailfish
Does sailfish have lungs?
yes , sailfish have lungs !
How many fins do sailfish have?
seven fins are on a sailfish.
When was Atlantic sailfish created?
Atlantic sailfish was created in 1804.
Is a sailfish a reptile fish amphibian bird or mammal?
A sailfish is a fish.
What the fastest water animal?
The Sailfish ( 68 mph ) The Sailfish ( 68 mph )
How many eggs does a sailfish lay?
Sailfish lay at least 200 young.
What do sailfish eat?
Sailfish or billfish (Istiophorus) eat sardines, flying fish, and squid, preferring fish that swim near the ocean's surface. Divers have reported seeing several sailfish work together to corral their prey, using their high fins to create a wall that keeps the smaller fish from escaping. They've also been observed using their long, sharp bills to stun and skewer their prey. Scientists have also photographed them hunting in groups, flashing brilliant colors on their bodies when excited by their predatory behavior during feeding.Sailfish will also eat shrimp when other prey are unavailable.(see related link)
How has the sailfish been affected from overfishing?
Sailfish are rarely sought as food, and their numbers are still quite good.
Does sailfish have bone?
Yes. A sailfish is a vertebrate and has a complete internal skeleton - including ribs, a skull and a spine.
