Pacific Blue Marlin
Makaira nigricans
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
Pacific Islands
Protected status
None
Also known as
A‘uKajikiAguja azul
Seafood Profile
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Population
The stock is not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch in the tuna and swordfish fisheries, which incidentally catch the most commercially available blue marlin.
Taste
Rich, full flavor.
Texture
Firm and meaty, similar to swordfish.
Color
Light golden-orange when raw, turns off-white when cooked.
Health benefits
Blue marlin is low in saturated fat and sodium, and is a good source of vitamin B12, vitamin B6, selenium, niacin, and protein.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady