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Bluefin Tuna

Thunnus thynnus

The Bluefin Tuna is a large, powerful fish known for its streamlined body and incredible speed in the open ocean. Recognized by its metallic blue top and silver underside, it is one of the most commercially valuable fish species due to its prized flesh, especially for sushi and …

Classification

Fish

Family

Scombridae

Habitat

Open ocean (pelagic zone) of the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea

Diet

Carnivore

Conservation status

Endangered

Lifespan

15–40 years

Weight

130–680 kg (287–1,500 lbs)

Scientific name

Thunnus thynnus

Did you know?

A single Bluefin Tuna has sold for over $3 million at a Tokyo fish market auction, making it one of the most expensive fish in the world.
Bluefin Tuna can swim at speeds of up to 70 km/h (43 mph). They are one of the few fish species that are warm-blooded, giving them an advantage in colder waters. Some individuals have been recorded weighing over 900 kg (almost 2,000 lbs).

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