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!