Black marlin

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in small groups
gptkbp:body_shape streamlined
gptkbp:catching_techniques fly fishing possible
gptkbp:color long and pointed
dark blue to black on top
gptkbp:coloration iridescent blue
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:black_marlin
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by fisheries organizations
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cooking_method grilling and smoking
gptkbp:cultural_references featured in literature and media
gptkbp:cultural_significance important in fishing communities
gptkbp:diet fish and cephalopods
gptkbp:distribution Indian and Pacific Oceans
gptkbp:family gptkb:Istiophoridae
gptkbp:fin_coloration pale blue or white
gptkbp:fins dorsal fin
gptkbp:fish_species not commonly farmed
gptkbp:fishing_impact overfishing concerns in some areas
gptkbp:fishing_regulations varies by region
held worldwide
catch and release practices
promotes sustainable practices.
live bait preferred
high among anglers
popular target
heavy tackle recommended
subject to catch limits in some areas
trolling and live bait
difficult to catch due to speed
world record caught in 1953
gptkbp:food_and_beverage firm and flavorful
gptkbp:foraging_behavior specific oceanic regions
gptkbp:genus Istiompax
gptkbp:habitat tropical and subtropical oceans
gptkbp:habitat_range up to 200 meters
gptkbp:has_skin smooth scales
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Black marlin
gptkbp:importance economic value in sport fishing
gptkbp:larval_stage planktonic
gptkbp:length 4.65 meters
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:migration water temperature changes
follow prey availability
seasonal migratory species
gptkbp:predators larger fish and sharks
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:blue_marlin
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research ongoing to understand population dynamics
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Istiompax_indica
gptkbp:size up to 4.5 meters
gptkbp:speed powerful and fast
up to 82 mph (132 km/h)
gptkbp:vision excellent eyesight
gptkbp:weight_limit 750 kilograms
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Makaira_nigricans
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6