Yellowfin tuna

Yellowfin Tuna (Thunnus albacares) is a species of tuna found in warm seas. It is one of the largest tunas, with some specimens reaching a length of over 2 meters and a weight of up to 200 kilograms.

Description

The yellowfin tuna is a large, fast-swimming fish with a streamlined body designed for speed. It has a dark blue back, silver sides, and a yellow belly. The fins are yellow, which gives the fish its common name. The yellowfin tuna is capable of reaching speeds of up to 75 km/h.

Distribution and habitat

Yellowfin tuna are found in the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans. They prefer warm, tropical and subtropical waters. They are pelagic, meaning they live in the open ocean rather than close to the coast.

Diet

Yellowfin tuna are carnivorous, feeding on other fish and squid. They are known to form schools with other species of tuna.

Commercial importance

Yellowfin tuna are highly prized by commercial fisheries for their size and the quality of their meat. They are also a popular target for sport fishing.

Conservation status

The IUCN has listed the yellowfin tuna as Near Threatened. Overfishing is a major threat to their populations.

See also

• Tuna
• Overfishing
• International Union for Conservation of Nature

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