A large, colorful fish found in tropical oceans, also called a dolphinfish, known for its bright green and gold coloring.
From Hawaiian 'mahi' meaning strong, referring to the fish's powerful swimming ability. The word entered English through Pacific traders and is now used internationally for this game fish.
Despite being called 'dolphinfish,' mahi aren't actually dolphins at all—they're fish! The confusion happened because sailors heard local names and translated them literally, creating one of nature's most hilarious mislabelings.
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