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Think your deep sea fish game is on point, huh? Well, now is the time to prove it! This charter leaves ... now!
Ain't nothin' like the break of dawn, a fresh cup of coffee and some muffins the Mrs. sent you off with. Boys and girls, it's fishin' time! You're on the water, cruisin' at top speeds miles off the coast to the special place where you know the fish feel the need — the need to bite that bait! The sun rises high over the horizon and before you know it, you're at the stern. You cast that line out into the water, sippin' a cold one, soakin' bait, and all of a sudden ... WHOAAA!!! FISH ON!!!! They strap you in, this thing is putting up a fight! Don't give up! What is it? What is it?! This ain't no breezer, holy mackerel it's gotta be 70 pounds! Think you have what it takes to reel it in?
Or should we say ... think you have what it takes to name that fish!? The time has come for this ultimate deep-sea fish quiz. We'll show you a photo, you tell us the fish! Only the strongest will prevail. We wish you tight lines!
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Can you name this fish?
Hammerhead shark
Blue marlin
The blue marlin is part of the genus Makaira in the Istiophoridae family. Its relatives are the Atlantic blue and Indo-Pacific blue marlins!
Ling cod
Permit
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What is the name of this deep-sea fish?
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin tuna are native to both the western and eastern Atlantic Ocean, as well as the Mediterranean Sea. But did you know that they have become extinct in the Black Sea?
Skipjack
Halibut
White marlin
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How about this one?
Permit
Kingfish
White seabass
White seabass is also known as white weakfish. It is found near Magdalena Bay, Baja, California all the way to Juneau, Alaska.
Grouper
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This is a ________.
Grouper
Bigeye tuna
Giant trevally
Atlantic tarpon
Did you know that tarpons feed mostly on schooling fish, shrimp and occasionally crabs? And here's another fun fact — these fish are capable of filling their swim bladder with air, acting as an extra lung!
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Just got back from deep sea fishing and I caught this!
Barracuda
The barracuda is a ray-finned fish known for its large size, fearsome appearance and ferocious behavior. It was named by biologist Constantine Samuel Rafinesque in 1815.
Giant trevally
Blackfin tuna
Dolphinfish
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Name this fish found in the deep blue sea ...
Dolphinfish
Wahoo
Wahoo is a scombrid fish found worldwide in tropical and subtropical seas. It is best known to sports fishermen who love it for its speed and high-quality flesh.
Amber jack
Halibut
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Here's a popular one. Can you name it?
Herring
Sea bass
Swordfish
Swordfish as also known as broadbills and can be found in tropical and temperate waters around the world. Did you know that they actually lose all of their teeth and scales by adulthood?
Skipjack
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What is the name of this deep-sea dweller?
Skipjack
Giant trevally
Blue grenadier
Blacktip shark
The blacktip shark has a stout, fusiform body with a pointed snout, long gill slits, and no ridge between the dorsal fins. These fish are typically 4.9 feet long!
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Did you catch any of these on your trip?
Atlantic sailfish
Did you know that the Atlantic sailfish is related to the marlin? It is found in the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea and can sprint up to 68 miles per hour!
Blue grenadier
Barracuda
Mahi-mahi
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Recognize this fish?
Mahi-mahi
Coho salmon
Roosterfish
Roosterfish is popular as a game fish, but it is not considered a good eating fish. Catch and release is strongly recommended!
Redfish
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How about this one?
Redfish
Opah
Mako shark
Did you know that Mako sharks are capable of swimming at speeds up to 37 miles per hour? They can also jump high into the air, so look out!
Bigeye tuna
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From the sea to the menu ... what is this?
Bigeye tuna
Yellowfin tuna
Swordfish
Mahi-mahi
Mahi-mahi are highly sought for sport fishing and commercial purposes. Sport fishermen love to catch them because of their beauty, size, food quality and healthy population!
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Can you name this fish?
Coho salmon
Coho salmon are also known as silver salmon or "silvers." They are one of the most popular sport fish in the Pacific Northwest of the United States and Canada.
Swordfish
Roosterfish
King mackerel
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You're doing great! Which fish is this?
Giant trevally
Hammerhead shark
Snapper
Opah
Known as moonfish or sunfish, Opahs are large, colorful fish widely found in the Southern Ocean of the globe. Did you know that Opahs were the first fish found to have a warm heart?
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Fish on! Which one is this?
Snapper
Amber jack
White marlin
Redfish
If you've ever caught and cooked a redfish, you know that it has a mild, sweet flavor with a medium-firm texture. It's not as firm as shark or swordfish, but it's not as flaky as flounder!
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Surely you know this one!
White marlin
Yellowfin tuna
Yellowfin tuna is closely related to the bigeye tuna. In Hawaii, it is marketed as ahi. Nowadays, fishermen use encircling nets to catch them!
Kahawai
Pelican eel
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But do you know this one, too?
Giant trevally
The giant trevally is distinguished mainly by its steep head profile and strong tail scutes. It is normally a silvery color with occasional dark spots, but males may be black once they mature.
Pelican eel
White marlin
Tiger shark
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Ahoy matey! Can you name this fish?
King mackerel
The blue grenadier is a migratory species of mackerel of the western Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. It is one of the most sought-after gamefish from North Carolina to Texas!
Hammerhead shark
Blackfin tuna
Bonito
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Keep your eye on this one! Do you know its name?
Bonito
Bigeye tuna
Bigeye tuna are found in the open waters of all tropical and temperate oceans, except the Mediterranean Sea! Did you know that they can grow up to 8 feet in length and can weigh nearly 400 pounds?
Kahawai
Amber jack
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What is the name of this fish?
Amber jack
Dolphinfish
Permit
The Permit is a big game fish of the western Atlantic Ocean. Adults feed on crab, shrimp and other small fish.
Swordfish
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Recognize this fish?
Swordfish
Atlantic salmon
Roosterfish
Dolphinfish
The common dolphinfish is known by many aliases, including Dorado and mahi-mahi! This species is beautifully colored — typically bright, blue, green and gold. It lives in tropical waters around the world and is a favorite target of both sport and commercial fisheries.
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Out to the deep sea with this fish! What is it?
Roosterfish
Mahi-mahi
Redfish
Lingcod
Neither cod, nor ling, the Lingcod is known as an exceptionally good eating fish! In fact, many chefs prefer it over halibut!
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If you've ever gone fishing, you've caught this for sure, what is it?
Sea bass
Looking to catch yourself some sea bass? Use live bait! Mullet, sardines, mackerel, eels, croakers and even small crabs with their shells cracked have been to known as the best bait to reel those bass in!
Redfish
Blacktip shark
Mako shark
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One, two, skip to my fish?
Mako shark
Skipjack
The skipjack tuna is also known as the aku, arctic bonito, mushmouth, striped tuna, oceanic bonito and victor fish. It grows up to 3 feet in length and is found in tropical and temperate waters.
Bigeye tuna
Ling cod
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Can you name this fish from the deep blue sea?
Lingcod
Sea bass
Blackfin tuna
Blackfin tuna have oval-shaped bodies, black backs with a slight yellow on the finlets, and yellow on the sides of their bodies. They are found in the western Atlantic from Martha's Vineyard down to Brazil, including the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico!
Amber jack
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This is an ________.
Atlantic salmon
Blue marlin
Amber jack
Amber jacks are game fish found in the warmest parts of the ocean. They are known for having a very mild taste with no real taste of its own, just that of any seasoning used to prepare it!
Atlantic sailfish
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Keep going now, which fish is this?
Atlantic sailfish
Coho salmon
King fish
Yes, king fish IS king mackerel! Did we fool you?! King fish is a low in fat, healthy source of omega-3 fatty acids and is packed with protein. Eat up!
Permit
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You must recognize this one, right?
Permit
Wahoo
Dolphinfish
Grouper
Groupers tend to have a stout body and large mouth. Did you know that they don't bite their prey? Rather they swallow them whole — octopuses and crustaceans to name a few!
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What is the name of this fish?
Bigeye tuna
Hammerhead shark
Bonito
Snapper
Want to catch some snapper? Head to the deep waters of the northern Gulf of Mexico! Although it can contain higher levels of mercury, it is a low-calorie fish to eat and a great source of protein too!
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Don't let us down, we know you know this one!
Bonito
Hammerhead shark
Unlike most sharks, hammerheads tend to swim in schools during the day, but go off on their own at night to hunt for prey! In 2018, a 14-foot long hammerhead was caught off of the coast of Corpus Christi, Texas!
Kahawai
Blue grenadier
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Can't decide if it's better to catch or eat! Which fish is this?
Blue grenadier
Herring
Halibut
Want to know where halibut gets its name? It is derived from the word "haly" meaning "holy" and "butte" meaning flat fish! It is a popular fish, eaten especially on Catholic holy days!
Permit
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How about this one?
Bluefin tuna
Tiger shark
Tiger sharks get their name from the dark stripes down their body, resembling a tiger's pattern. These stripes fade, though, as the shark grows older. They are found in tropical and temperate waters.
Opah
Coho salmon
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Here's a tough one ... can you name it?
Coho salmon
Roosterfish
Pelican eel
If you answered this question correctly, kudos to you ... pelican eel are not often seen by humans! They are a deep-sea fish that occasionally get caught in fishing nets ... for other fish!
Mahi-mahi
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The name of this fish is ...
White marlin
Ahh, the white marlin! It is a billfish that lives in the epipelagic zone of the tropical and subtropic Atlantic Ocean. They are most frequently found in waters that are more than 100 meters deep!
Mahi-mahi
Bluefin tuna
Sea bass
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You like to eat it, but you love to catch it! What is it?
Halibut
Bonito
Herring
Atlantic salmon
Atlantic salmon have long been a target of recreational and commercial fishing. They are native to the northern Atlantic Ocean, but thanks to humans, they are now found in the north Pacific Ocean as well.
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A few more now, which fish is this?
Sea bass
Bonito
Bonitos are related to mackerel and tuna. They have a moderate fat content and are sometimes used as a less expensive substitute for skipjack tuna.
Redfish
Yellowfin tuna
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You're on a roll! This is a photo of a _______.
Yellowfin tuna
Herring
Herring are oily fish that have a long history as a "food fish." They can be caught in temperate waters in the North Pacific, North Atlantic and Baltic Sea, as well as the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal. They are often salted, smoked or pickled!
Atlantic tarpon
Barracuda
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You made it back to shore! Now which fish is this?
Barracuda
Swordfish
Kahawai
Kahawai are found in the cooler waters of Australia and New Zealand. The word Kahawai is the traditional Maori name which translates to "brave" or "strong" water — referring to the fight the fish give upon catching!
White seabass
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Which fish is seen in this photo?
King salmon
Did you know that king salmon spend between one and eight years in the ocean before returning to their natal streams to spawn? Salmon are one of four species of animals that die soon after giving birth!
Permit
Wahoo
Bluefin tuna
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