Quick Facts
common name :
Striped marlin
Scientific Name :
Tetrapturus audax
local name :
Iri koppara
Group :
Billfish
Average Size :
The maximum size attained by this species exceeds 350 cm in total length and 200 kg in weight.
Diagnostic Features
Morphological characteristics Dorsal fins: Consist with long first dorsal fin followed by small second dorsal fin Anal fins: Size and shape equals to the second dorsal fin Long narrow pectoral fins with pointed tips Clear lateral line curving above the base of pectoral fin and then continuing in a straight line toward the caudal fin base Body densely covered with elongate bony scales About 15 rows of cobalt-colored stripes which consist round dots and/or narrow bands presents in the ventral side Color characteristics Dorsal side of the body: Blue-black color Ventral side of the body: Silvery white Dorsal fins: First dorsal fin dark blue Other fins: Dark brown First and Second anal fin bases got silvery white color
consumer Advice
Threat to Human
Stock Status
Stock Overfished
Lank Fish rating
IUCN Red List Status
