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The swordfish, scientifically known as *Xiphias gladius*, is a marine species of fish in the family Xiphiidae. It belongs to the order Carangiformes, class Teleostei, and phylum Chordata. The species was described by Linnaeus in 1758 and has existed for approximately 3 million years, with its temporal range beginning in the Rupelian. Common names for this organism include Albacora, Emperador, and Espada.

Its taxonomic range includes Brazil, and it is also associated with the Chile Central region. The swordfish is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List, a status assigned in 2022. The species is accepted as valid in taxonomic records.