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Coryphaena hippurus
Mahi-mahi
Linnaeus, 1758
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Large pelagic fish known for its vibrant colors ranging from bright green to blue and yellow, with an elongated and laterally compressed body.
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Taxonomy
PhylumChordata
ClassActinopterygii
OrderScombriformes
FamilyCoryphaenidae
GenusCoryphaena
Taxonomic AuthorityLinnaeus, 1758
Ecology & Status
Origin
Native
Population Trend
Stable
Breeding Season
Year Round
Trophic Role
Carnivore
Recent Sightings
Yes
Habitat Summary Multi-lang
Inhabits surface waters of tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide, often associated with floating objects.Behaviour Multi-lang
Migratory pelagic fish, highly social in schools during juvenile stages.Social Activity Multi-lang
Generally lives in small groups; adults tend to be less gregarious.Feeding Guild Multi-lang
Active surface hunter that uses the buoyancy of objects to ambush prey.Trophic Chain Details Multi-lang
Voracious predator that consumes small fish, crustaceans, and squids.Reproductive Behaviour Multi-lang
Spawning in the open sea, releasing thousands of pelagic eggs.Physical Measures
Length (cm)
60.0 - 200.0 cm
Weight (Grams)
2.00 kg - 40.00 kg
Offspring per cycle100000 - 1000000
Sexual DimorphismYes
Lifespan
Sexual Maturity
0.5 - 1 Years
Gestation / Incubation
3 - 5
Lifespan Estimated
Males4 - 5 Years
Females4 - 5 Years
Sexual Dimorphism
Males Multi-lang
Adult males develop a very marked bony protuberance (high forehead).
Females Multi-lang
Females with a more rounded head and without the prominent frontal protuberance.
Evolutionary Adaptations Multi-lang
Extremely high swimming speed and fast metabolism, allowing it to cover large distances quickly.
Main Threats Multi-lang
Threatened by commercial overfishing and bycatch in longline fisheries.
Interesting Facts Multi-lang
It is one of the fastest-growing fish in the world, reaching sexual maturity in less than a year.