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What does swordfish use its sword for?

hunting
attracting female
buoyancy
electrical detection
Swordfish charge at high speeds through forage fish schools, slashing with their swords to kill or stun prey (contrary to the popular belief, they do not "spear"). They then turn and return to consume their catch.
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