Striped Marlin
Kajikia audax
A highly prized billfish species known for its spectacular jumping ability and distinctive vertical stripes along its sides. One of the most sought-after game fish in offshore sport fishing.
Striped Marlin at a glance
- Scientific name
- Kajikia audax
- Typical size
- 6-10 feet, 200-400 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Legendary
Habitat
Found in tropical and temperate waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, typically in open ocean environments. Anglers target them by trolling with live bait or lures in deeper offshore waters, often around seamounts, drop-offs, and areas with baitfish concentrations. They are commonly found in waters between 68-86°F.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a striped marlin through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksStriped Marlin questions people ask
Striped Marlin is Kajikia audax.
A typical striped marlin runs 6-10 feet, 200-400 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every striped marlin you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in tropical and temperate waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, typically in open ocean environments. Anglers target them by trolling with live bait or lures in deeper offshore waters, often around seamounts, drop-offs, and areas with baitfish concentrations. They are commonly found in waters between 68-86°F. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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