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We're not talking about fish fingers and custard here, just some good old fishing fun! Test your expertise at guessing each of these sporting fish varieties.Yellowfin tuna are common in tropical waters. One 3-ounce serving has 110 calories.
Ono is also called wahoo. It is known for its speed and independence.
Marlin are sought-after adventures for many sport fishermen. Blue marlin are the favorite.
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Atlantic sailfish feed on tuna and mackerel, as well as other fish. Many exceed 120 pounds.
Narrow-barred mackerel are classified as near threatened. They're found in the Indo-West Pacific.
Bonefish are a fly-fishing favorite. They are released more often than eaten.
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Bluefin trevally are known for their aggression when tackling bait. They may grow as large as 100 pounds.
Striped marlin often slashes rather than spears its prey. One record fish weighed in at 420 pounds.
Mahi-Mahi is a warm-water fish. It can grow as long as 5 feet.
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The largemouth bass is a popular freshwater game fish. Adults weigh about 12 pounds.
White Sturgeon are the largest freshwater fish in North America. They are bottom feeders.
Many catfish are nocturnal. Some species can grow as large as 370 pounds.
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Swordfish are known as broadbills in some areas. Did you know that one 3-ounce serving of cooked swordfish has 146 calories?
"Barracuda," the song, was released in 1977. The fish can swim up to 27 miles per hour.
Cubera Snapper mostly grow to be about three feet long. They often feed on fish, shrimp and crab.
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Spotted bass may also be called spots. They are a freshwater favorite.
Smallmouth bass are typically brown with red eyes. They are desirable for the dinner table.
Jack Crevalle are not particularly edible. They are often found in schools.
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Striped bass boast a lean 110 calories per 4-ounce serving. Adults may weigh in at nearly 70 pounds.
Albacore are also known as longfin tuna. Adults often weigh more than 73 pounds.
Red Drum may also be referred to as redfish. They are labeled as gamefish only.
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Salmon are born in fresh water and lay eggs in fresh water. Some species live their entire lives in fresh water; others migrate to salt water after birth.
Shark Week is a favorite of television viewers. Sharks can live up to 30 years in the wild.
Striped bass are found as far north as Nova Scotia. They are also found on the West Coast. Wild striped bass has a less mild flavor than farmed.
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Roosterfish may weigh over 110 pounds, but average is about 20 pounds. It is not popular as a food fish.
Tripletail is a saltwater fish. It floats on its side at the surface, appearing to be dead. It is known as a tasty favorite.
Leerfish are common to the Mediterranean. They can be caught with live bait or lures, and some people like to eat them.
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Red Steenbras may grow to be over 100 pounds. They live off the coast of Africa.
Cobia dine frequently on crabs, hence the name. They may weigh more than 100 pounds, but average is about 15 pounds.
Kahawai are known to be fighters. These fish average about four pounds.
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Barramundi are found in the Indo-West Pacific region. Barramundi are also often called Asian sea bass.
Cod fish are of the genus Gadus. Cod is a good protein source, but with less omega-3 than salmon.
Tuna is a member of the mackerel family. Atlantic bluefin tuna typically weighs about 830 pounds, but it can grow much larger.
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White bass are common in the U.S. Midwest. They spawn from March to May.