Can You Name These Fish You'd Catch While Deep Sea Fishing?

ANIMALS

By: J.P. Naomi

6 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

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!

Can you name this fish?

The blue marlin is part of the genus Makaira in the Istiophoridae family. Its relatives are the Atlantic blue and Indo-Pacific blue marlins!

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What is the name of this deep-sea fish?

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?

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How about this one?

White seabass is also known as white weakfish. It is found near Magdalena Bay, Baja, California all the way to Juneau, Alaska.

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This is a ________.

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!

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.

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Name this fish found in the deep blue sea ...

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.

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Here's a popular one. Can you name it?

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?

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What is the name of this deep-sea dweller?

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?

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!

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Recognize this fish?

Roosterfish is popular as a game fish, but it is not considered a good eating fish. Catch and release is strongly recommended!

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How about this one?

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!

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From the sea to the menu ... what is this?

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 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.

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You're doing great! Which fish is this?

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?

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!

Yellowfin tuna is closely related to the bigeye tuna. In Hawaii, it is marketed as ahi. Nowadays, fishermen use encircling nets to catch them!

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But do you know this one, too?

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.

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Ahoy matey! Can you name this fish?

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!

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Keep your eye on this one! Do you know its name?

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?

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What is the name of this fish?

The Permit is a big game fish of the western Atlantic Ocean. Adults feed on crab, shrimp and other small fish.

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Recognize this fish?

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?

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?

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!

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One, two, skip to my fish?

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.

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Can you name this fish from the deep blue sea?

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!

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This is an ________.

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!

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Keep going now, which fish is this?

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!

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You must recognize this one, right?

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?

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!

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!

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Can't decide if it's better to catch or eat! Which fish is this?

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!

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How about this one?

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.

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Here's a tough one ... can you name it?

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!

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The name of this fish is ...

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!

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You like to eat it, but you love to catch it! What is it?

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?

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.

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You're on a roll! This is a photo of a _______.

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!

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You made it back to shore! Now which fish is this?

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!

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Which fish is seen in this photo?

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!

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