Makaira marlina

Definitions of Makaira marlina
  1. noun
    large game fish in the Pacific Ocean; may reach 1000 pounds
    synonyms: Makaira mazara, black marlin
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    type of:
    marlin
    large long-jawed oceanic sport fishes; related to sailfishes and spearfishes; not completely cold-blooded i.e. able to warm their brains and eyes
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