- Sailfish is is a carnivorous fish that reside in warm ocean waters
- The Sailfish is the fastest fish in the ocean. It can reach speeds of 110 km per hour (68 miles per hour)
- The average lifespan is 8 years
- Sailfish reside in the Pacific and Atlantic oceans
- Sailfish can grow from 5.7 feet (1.7m) up to 11 feet (3.3m) and can weigh between 120 (54 kg) to 220 lbs (100 kg)
- Sailfish eggs hatch 36 hours after the female lays them
- Sailfish are migratory fish so they are always on the move
- Their diets consist of squid and flying fish, but also of jacks, mackerels, and tuna
- Sailfish begin reproduction in April, but most of this activity goes on during the summer months
- They usually raise their sails when excited or swimming on the surface
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