Species guide
How to catch Striped marlin
Kajikia audax
saltwatergame fishIstiophoridae
The striped marlin is a large, elongated billfish known for its speed and agility. It is a powerful predator found in open ocean waters, prized as a challenging game fish. This species feeds on a variety of mid-water prey and is recognized by its distinctive striped pattern.
Where they live
Striped marlin inhabit warm, open saltwater regions of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. They are found from surface waters down to about 200 meters depth, preferring the pelagic zone.
Typical size
Up to about 420 cm
What they eat
- squid
- small fish
- epipelagic organisms
Best baits
- live squid
- small fish chunks
- artificial fish strips
Best lures
- deep-diving plugs
- jigs
- trolling skirts
How to fish for them
- trolling
- deep-sea jigging
- live bait fishing
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