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  1. Mahi-mahi - Facts and Beyond - Biology Dictionary

    • The mahi-mahi has a distinct appearance, with a long, tall, and narrow body and a blunt head and mouth. They normally grow to around 30 pounds and 1 meter in length and are also distinguishable by their spect… See more

    Distribution and Habitat

    Mahi-mahi can be found throughout the world, particularly in tropical, subtropical, and temperate waters. They are commonly observed in Hawaii, throughout Central America an… See more

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    Diet and Predators

    Mahi-mahi are predatory fish. They rely on their speed and their large mouths to capture various prey species including small fish. They will also hunt cephalopods such as sq… See more

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    Reproduction and Life Cycle

    Mahi-mahi is a fast-growing species, with both females and males normally reaching sexual maturity within their first year of life. The spawning season typically occurs two or three tim… See more

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  1. Spawning

    These fish begin breeding when they reach four or five months old. In tropical regions these fish breed year-round. They reproduce via spawning, where the females release their eggs and the males fertilize them outside of the body. A single female can produce up to a million eggs. The adults do not protect the eggs or larval young in any way.
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    Sep 21, 2024 · Mahimahi reproduce quickly and grow rapidly. Females produce hundreds of thousands to millions of eggs in multiple spawning periods each year. Reproduction occurs in pairs, and the eggs are fertilized externally.

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