Striped Marlin
Kajikia audax
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–200 m
- Max size: 4.2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A fast oceanic billfish of warm surface waters, the striped marlin ranges far from any coastline and grows beyond four metres. It favours cooler water than black or blue marlin and is the most widespread of all the billfishes.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangiformes › Istiophoridae › Kajikia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712907.
FAQ
- How deep does the Striped Marlin live?
- The Striped Marlin (Kajikia audax) is typically found at 0–200 m.
- Is the Striped Marlin dangerous to divers?
- The Striped Marlin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Striped Marlin get?
- The Striped Marlin grows to about 4.2 m.