Thunnus thynnus

Open-sea hunters

  • Bluefin Tuna
  • Roter Thun
  • Blauwvintonijn
  • Thon rouge
  • Atún rojo
  • Tonno rosso

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally found in the open sea.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 900 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is migrating
  • Lives in large groups
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 450 cm
  • Maximum age known : 15 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes - - Crabs

Relationship with humans

  • The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!