Makaira albida
Spikefish, Atlantic White Marlin
The White Marlin is dark blue to chocolate brown overall, shading to sliver on the sides and a white underbelly. The lateral line is clearly visible and runs straight from the tail along the center of the body, becoming curved beneath the dorsal fin. Whites are often confused with Striped Marlin, but the difference can be seen in the pectoral fins. The White Marlin's fins have rounded tips whereas the Striper's are pointed.
Blue Marlin
White Marlin will feed on squid, herring, and sardines.
The White Marlin is found off the blue ocean water of all Florida coasts and throughout the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
White Marlin typically roam deep waters, they will also approach areas that are normally too shallow for other marlin.
The average sizes of the White Marlin is 40 to 70 pounds, but are not uncommon to 100 pounds and can reach up to 200 pounds.
181 pounds, 14 ounces (IGFA)