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The Atlantic Blue Marlin is native to the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. |
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| Scientific Name: Makaira nigricans | Conservation Status: Unknown |
| Distribution: Atlantic Ocean | Maximum Length: 16 feet 3 inches |
| Maximum Weight: 820 kg | |
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| The Atlantic Blue Marlins massive size makes it one of the worlds largest bony fish species. It is a very popular game fish as well, with fishing tournaments running specifically for Atlantic Blue Marlins. They are a dark blue on the top, with a silvery-white bottom. They feed primarily on smaller fish. The Bahamas calls the Atlantic Blue Marlin its national fish. |
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| Kingdom: Animalia |
| Phylum: Chordata |
| Class: Actinopterygii |
| Order: Perciformes |
| Family: Istiophoridae |
| Genus: Makaira |
| Species: M. nigricans |
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