Thunnus atlanticus

Open-sea hunters

Blackfin tuna
Schwarzflossen-Thun
Thon noir
Atún aleta negra
Tonno pinna nera

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

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 1 and 200 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 : 108 cm
Maximum age known : 5 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : -

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
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!