Fish Id: A Guide To East Coast Fishes

Male Dolphin

Female Dolphin

Dolphin, Dorado

(Family )Coryphaena hippurus
Also called, Mahi, Mahi-Mahi
Slender body, striking coloration as shown, blue back blending into yellow belly. Greenish area along the base of the long dorsal fin. This is found down south, and in waters along the Gulf Stream. Average size, 5-15lbs up to 85lbs. Highly edible.

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