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Atlantic sailfish

The Atlantic sailfish (Istiophorus albicans) is a species of marine fish in family Istiophoridae of order Perciformes. It is found in south Florida   associated with waters near the Gulf Stream; off the Panhandle about 100 feet (30 m) deep. It is an offshore species.

Size: common to 7 feet (2.1 m).

  • Florida Record: 116 lb (53 kg).



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