BBC Life - Sailfish feeding

  • Author(s)
    Mark McGrouther
  • Category
    Science
  • Published
    17 August 2010
  • Read time
    2 minutes

The scientific name Istiophorus platypterus literally means 'flat-winged sail bearer', in reference to the huge dorsal fin.  The movie clearly shows the dorsal fin being raised and lowered during manoeuvring and while herding the baitfish.

Reference:
Pepperell, J. 2010. Fishes of the Open Ocean. A natural history & illustrated guide. University of NSW Press. Pp. 266.