The black marlin (Istiompax indica) is a species of marlin found in tropical and subtropical areas of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Reaching lengths of over , it is one of the largest marlins and also one of the largest bony fish. Marlin are among the fastest fish, but speeds may be exaggerated in popular media, such as reports of .
The black marlin (Istiompax indica) inhabits tropical and subtropical regions of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It can grow up to , making it one of the largest marlins and bony fish. Marlin are renowned for their exceptional speed, although this may be somewhat exaggerated in popular accounts.