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Billfish
Billfish, distinguished by a long, round, rough bill, are some of the largest and fastest predators in the sea. They include blue marlin, white marlin, and sailfish. Below are a variety of resources related to billfish and their management in the Atlantic Ocean.
Species Information
- NOAA Species Identification Guide
- ICCAT Identification Guide: English | Spanish
Fishery Information and Regulations
Recreational Fishing
- Regional Saltwater Recreational Fisheries Policy Implementation Plans
- NOAA Regional Saltwater Recreational Fishing Plan web page
- Atlantic HMS Careful Catch and Release Brochure
- Billfish Tournaments: Registration Form | Summary Report
- Recreational Reporting Printable Flyer | Spanish Version
- The Economic Contribution of Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Angling Permit Holders in New England and the Mid-Atlantic, 2011