Blue Marlin

SPECULATED

Makaira nigricans

A 1,000-pound Atlantic pelagic that has broken more rods, reels, and marriages than any other fish.

The Blue Marlin is the grandest of Leonida's offshore pelagics, a deep-blue torpedo that can exceed 1,000 pounds and tow a sportfishing boat backwards when hooked. Tournament captures are measured in hours of struggle rather than minutes.

SOURCE: Speculated - Gulf Stream billfish

FIELD GUIDE

Species: Makaira nigricans
Habitat: Coastal
Behavior: Aggressive
Weight: 200-1,000 lbs
Danger Level
Huntable: Yes

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