Author: (Shaw, 1792)
FBname: Indo-Pacific sailfish
Comments: Oceanic and epipelagic species usually found above the thermocline.  Most densely distributed in waters close to coasts and islands (Ref. 9688).  Most likely schools by size.  Undergoes spawning migrations in the Pacific.  Feeds mainly on fishes, crustaceans and cephalopods. Caught mainly with longlines, set nets, and sometimes by trolling and harpooning from boats (Ref. 43). Utilized fresh, smoked and frozen; also used for sashimi and sushi; eaten broiled and baked (Ref. 9987).