The marine species capable of reaching the highest swimming speeds. This comprehensive dataset is meticulously compiled from verified global sources and updated regularly. Use the sorting and filtering tools to explore the data, or export it as CSV for deeper analysis. All figures are cross-referenced with authoritative international databases.
| Rank ⇵ | Fish ⇵ | Top Speed (km/h) ⇵ | Habitat ⇵ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black Marlin | 129 km/h (80 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 2 | Sailfish | 109 km/h (68 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 3 | Swordfish | 97 km/h (60 mph) | Temperate/Tropical Oceans |
| 4 | Yellowfin Tuna | 74 km/h (46 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 5 | Bluefin Tuna | 70 km/h (43 mph) | Temperate Oceans |
| 6 | Mako Shark | 70 km/h (43 mph) | Global Oceans |
| 7 | Wahoo | 78 km/h (48 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 8 | Bonefish | 64 km/h (40 mph) | Shallow Tropical Waters |
| 9 | Blue Shark | 69 km/h (43 mph) | Deep Oceans |
| 10 | Tarpon | 56 km/h (35 mph) | Atlantic Ocean |
| 11 | Tiger Shark | 53 km/h (33 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 12 | Great White Shark | 40 km/h (25 mph) | Coastal Oceans |
| 13 | Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) | 92 km/h (57 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 14 | Barracuda | 43 km/h (27 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 15 | Flying Fish | 56 km/h (35 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 16 | Albacore Tuna | 64 km/h (40 mph) | Temperate Oceans |
| 17 | Salmon Shark | 80 km/h (50 mph) | North Pacific |
| 18 | Pilot Whale (Dolphin Family) | 32 km/h (20 mph) | Global Oceans |
| 19 | Killer Whale (Orca) | 56 km/h (35 mph) | Global Oceans |
| 20 | Spinner Dolphin | 35 km/h (22 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 21 | Skipjack Tuna | 48 km/h (30 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 22 | Bonefish | 64 km/h (40 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 23 | King Mackerel | 48 km/h (30 mph) | Atlantic Ocean |
| 24 | Pike | 16 km/h (10 mph) (Burst) | Freshwater |
| 25 | Trout | 24 km/h (15 mph) | Freshwater |
| 26 | Rainbow Trout | 24 km/h (15 mph) | Freshwater |
| 27 | Manta Ray | 24 km/h (15 mph) | Tropical Oceans |
| 28 | Yellowtail | 48 km/h (30 mph) | Pacific Ocean |
| 29 | Goliath Grouper | 35 km/h (22 mph) | Atlantic Ocean |
| 30 | Nurse Shark | 40 km/h (25 mph) | Tropical Oceans |