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Fastest Fish in the World


What is the World's fastest fish, and how fast can it swim?
The oceans are full of speedy fish...


1. Sailfish Istiophorus Platypterus
Max. recorded speed of 68 MPH (112 KM/H)

The fastest fish in the ocean, Sailfish can reach speeds of 68 miles per hour (110kmh). These powerful beasts can grow to more than 10 feet (3m) and weigh up to 220 lb (100 kg). Sailfish are believed to live up to 10 years.




 

2. Striped Marlin Tetrapturus audax
Max. recorded speed of 50 MPH (80 KM/H)

The world’s second fastest fish is the Striped Marlin. This sport-fish can swim up to 50 mph or 80kmh.  It is a large fish,  weigh over 415 lb (190 kg).







3. Wahoo (or Peto) Acanthocybium solandri
Max. recorded speed of 48 MPH (77 KM/H)

Wahoo grow up to 8 ft (2.5 m) in length, and weighing up to 180 lb (83 kg). Hispanic areas of the Caribbean and Central America refer to this fish as Peto.









4. Southern Blue fin tuna Thunnus maccoyii
Max. recorded speed of 47 MPH (76 KM/H)

Southern Blue fin tuna is the fourth fastest fish on planet. Can live for 30 years. This fast fish can reach lengths up to 14 feet and weights up to 750lb (340kg). They are a highly migratory fish species. 






5. Blue Shark Prionace glauca
Max. recorded speed of 44 MPH (70KM/H)

The Blue Shark is a large fish, indigo blue colour from above and a blue on its sides, changing to white underneath. Average lifespan: 30 years, weight: up to 400 lb (182 kg), length: 13 ft (3.8 m).