The fastest swimmer in the ocean?

The Black Marlin: The Fastest Swimmer in the Ocean at 130 km/h

With a streamlined body, sword-like bill, and raw muscular power, the black marlin isn’t just fast—it’s the fastest swimmer in the ocean.

In this episode of Proving the Concept, we dive into the biology of this record-breaking predator, which has been observed reaching speeds of up to 130 km/h (80 mph). Whether chasing prey or evading danger, the black marlin is the ocean’s ultimate speedster.

What You’ll Learn:
• How the black marlin achieves its astonishing top speed
• The role of its rigid pectoral fins, powerful tail, and hydrodynamic shape
• Why speed is critical for both hunting and survival in the open sea
• How scientists measure extreme animal speeds—and why it’s trickier than it seems

Sleek, silent, and shockingly swift—this fish leaves everything else in its wake.

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