An uncommon species of coastal and open water, they
congregate near shore in pursuit of schooling fish such as
Akule and
sardines.
Ill-defined black tips on all fins except the dorsal and upper caudal lobe.
The lower caudal lobe always has a black tip. A light stripe on
rear half of body. Often leaps out of the water and spins to
dislodge parasites. Attains 8.5 feet.
Hawai'i and warm seas worldwide.
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