Atlantic Sailfish
Istiophorus albicans
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–200 m
- Max size: 3.2 m
- For divers: safe
The Atlantic sailfish patrols warm surface water above the thermocline, sometimes diving deeper and often pushing close to shore. It can reach over three metres, feeds mainly on small pelagic fishes, and gathers in loose groups spread across a wide stretch of ocean.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangiformes › Istiophoridae › Istiophorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126949.
FAQ
- How deep does the Atlantic Sailfish live?
- The Atlantic Sailfish (Istiophorus albicans) is typically found at 0–200 m.
- Is the Atlantic Sailfish dangerous to divers?
- The Atlantic Sailfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Atlantic Sailfish get?
- The Atlantic Sailfish grows to about 3.2 m.