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To date, the world fishing record for this gorgeous animal is 50.5 pounds. This fish is also recorded to reach at least 50 inches. The Hawaiians called it ulua kihikihi, and undoubtedly, it was a very important game fish to catch, raise, and eat. This fish was also substituted for use in place of human sacrifices when humans were not available, according to Mary Pukui, because of word magic and the meaning of ulua. Since an ulua replaces a man, ulua also can mean “man, sweetheart”.
Whether everyone was able to consume this fish, or only royalty is unknown. This threadfin jack usually lives in deeper waters as an adult, but the juveniles researchers believe mimic jellies and may be in shallows as well as deeper water. They are predators, feeding on smaller fish.
I love the beauty of these fish and am always looking for them. Will the snorkeler be able to find them anywhere? Never say never! The wonderful thing about snorkeling, diving and traveling on the water in the Pacific is that any animal can be seen at any time! Cameras ready everyone! The fun is about to start!! Your wildlife is waiting.
