black marlin
A large game fish (Makaira indica) found in tropical and subtropical waters. In Japanese, it is a specific type of marlin, distinct from other billfish.
The black marlin is a type of marlin and is treated as a top-quality ingredient.
Black marlin are often caught in the seas around Okinawa.
Usually written in katakana, as is common for fish names. It is usually written in kana.
Kanji form is rare and may not be widely recognized. The reading しろかじき is not obvious from the kanji.
Compound of 白 (しろ, 'white') + 舵木 (かじき, 'marlin'). The name likely refers to the lighter coloration of the fish compared to other marlin species. The exact origin of the name is uncertain.