Black marlin

Black marlin (Makaria indica)

Black marlin is one of the most desirable prey for most trophy anglers. This fish has the size, power and tenacity in the fight that one can only dream of.

The largest recorded parameters: length - 465 cm, weight - 750 kg. The record weight of black marlin recorded in Capo Blanco (Peru) was 707.61 kg.

The body is dark blue above and silvery white below. One of the characteristic features of black marlin is the rigidity of its pectoral fins, which are located at right angles to the longitudinal axis of the body - it is simply impossible to bend them (which cannot be said about the similar fins of blue marlin). A pelagic oceanic fish that prefers surface layers of water. It can be found near the coast of the mainland, islands and near reefs. It feeds on tuna, crustaceans, turtles, squid and other mollusks. In the Seychelles it comes across all year round. Can take small baits and go into shallow water.

Black-tip shark

(Carcharhinus melanopterus)

A relatively small shark with oval eyes, yellow-brown above and white below. All fins with dark or black tips.

The largest recorded parameters: length - 200 cm, weight - 13.6 kg.

It is usually found near reefs, in waters near mangroves and even in fresh water, but not far from the ocean. Forms small flocks or swims alone. Prefers fish, but can eat crustaceans, mollusks. It can be aggressive towards spear anglers and has been documented biting people in shallow water.

Golden hind

(Cephalopholis aurantia)

Pale orange to orange-yellow or even golden body with red or yellow dots on the head. The posterior margin of the caudal fin has a pale blue border and a black line preceding it. The largest recorded length is 60 cm. It occurs on steep reefs and feeds on fish.