Istiophoriformes
Billfish are characterized by their large prominent bills, (or rostra), spear-like nose, and their large body size, while Barracudas, also large, are known for their menacing appearance and ferocious behavior.
Barracudas are actually a surprisingly large family with 28 species of Cuda.
Many people mistakenly call all Billfish, "Swordfish." But Swordfish are actually the only species in their family, Xiphiidae, while Marlin and Sailfish make up the family, Istiophoridae.
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