A fisherman had a terrifying brush with death when a blue marlin leaped from the sea towards his neck during an expedition by Fairhope Fishing Company in the Gulf of Mexico.
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The viral video, shared on TikTok, captures the moment the fish, with its large, sharp “nose,” nearly impales the man before returning to the ocean. The caption of the post states that the fisherman was unharmed.
The video has already amassed nearly 28 million views, and many have remarked on the fisherman’s luck in escaping unscathed from the attack.
Blue marlins are known for their aggression and power. They can grow up to approximately 5 meters in length and weigh up to 900 kilograms.
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