Xiphias gladius

Open-sea hunters

Swordfish
Schwertfisch
Zwaardvis
Espadon
Pez espada
Pesce spada

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 800 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is migrating
Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 450 cm
Maximum age known : 9 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - -

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing