What is a swordfish?

Q: What is a swordfish?


A: A swordfish is a large fish with a long, flat bill.

Q: What are some characteristics of swordfish?


A: Swordfish are elongated, round-bodied, and lose all teeth and scales by adulthood.

Q: Why are swordfish popular among sport fishers?


A: Swordfish is a popular sport fish.

Q: What was the International Game Fish Association's all-tackle angling record for a swordfish, and where was it from?


A: The International Game Fish Association's all-tackle angling record for a swordfish was a 1,182 lb (535.15 kg) specimen taken off Chile in 1953.

Q: Do swordfish belong to a family of fish?


A: Yes, swordfish are the sole member of their family Xiphiidae.

Q: Are swordfish known for their teeth?


A: No, swordfish lose all their teeth by adulthood.

Q: Do swordfish have scales?


A: No, swordfish lose all their scales by adulthood.

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