Fishing for Swordfish

Xiphias gladius

The swordfish is a large, predatory fish known for its elongated, sword-like bill. It inhabits temperate and tropical oceans worldwide. Typically reaching lengths of 120-180 inches and weighing up to 1,400 pounds, swordfish are powerful swimmers. They primarily feed on smaller fish and squid. Swordfish are solitary and known for their ability to leap out of water. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

5 ft - 8 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Swordfish

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Swordfish

Threemile Creek

55 in ยท 25 lb

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Swordfish

100 in ยท 200 lb

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Swordfish

96 in ยท 250 lb

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75 in ยท 121 lb

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77 in ยท 143 lb

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Gulf of America

70 in ยท 90 lb

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169 in ยท 1433 lb

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McMurdo Sound

99 in ยท 400 lb 5 oz

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