Swordfish

Sharks do not scare me; however the sea animal which does make me shiver is the Swordfish. The Swordfish derives its name from the shape of its ‘bill’ which resembles a sword, contrary to popular belief this sharp bill is not used to stab its prey but to slash and wound the prey making it weaker and easier for the swordfish to devour. 

Swordfish can reach up to 4.5 metres in length, and weigh up to 500kg, Swordfish mature at 4-5 years of age, and typically have a lifespan of 7-8 years of age meaning that they spend most of their time growing. Another interesting phenomenon about swordfish is that female fishes are larger than males. Swordfishes are in abundance and they have the lowest conservation status, as such they prevalent in large numbers.

Swordfishes typically do not threaten humans like sharks, as humans are not a source of food for swordfishes, however swordfishes have stabbed and slashed humans in the past, resulting in death.

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(MOHAMMAD AZHAR)