Pacific sailfish

Indo-Pacific sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus)
With its huge, sail-like dorsal fin, long, pointed bill, and graceful, elongated body, the Indo-Pacific sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus) ... More 7 Images 2 Videos ...

Indo-Pacific Sailfish, Istiophorus platypterus (Shaw & Nodder, 1792)
Indo-Pacific Sergeant, Abudefduf vaigiensis (Quoy & Gaimard, 1825)
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The former, more commonly used name distinguishes it from the Pacific sailfish; some scientists disagree on whether the two are in fact different species.

The Atlantic sailfish, Istiophorus americanus, found north to Cape Cod in summer, averages 60 lb (27 kg) in weight, while the Pacific sailfish, I. orientalis, grows to 100 lb (45 kg).

See also: Sailfish, Shark, Parrot, Sea Lion, Reptile