What's The World's Fastest Swimming Animal

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The black marlin is the fastest swimming animal, capable of reaching speeds up to 80 mph.

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It achieves speed through a powerful, muscular build, an aerodynamic body, and a large, crescent-shaped tail.

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It uses its incredible speed to corner and catch prey, as well as to escape larger predators like sharks and killer whales.

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The fish inhabits the warm, subtropical and tropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

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It has a sharp, pointed bill and can be over 4.5 m in length, making it one of the largest bony fish.

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Unlike the blue marlin, its pectoral fins are rigid and cannot be depressed against its body.

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They are prized game fish and can be difficult to catch due to their strength and stamina.

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While they are known for high-speed bursts, their cruising speed is more moderate.

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