Tuna & Mackerel
Albacore Tuna
Thunnus alalunga
SaltwaterScombridaeLeast Concern
About
Albacore tuna are a pelagic species characterized by their long pectoral fins, which can extend to almost half their body length. They are highly migratory and often form schools with other tuna species.
- Average size
- Up to 4.6 feet, 90 lbs
- Colors
- Dark blue dorsally, silvery white ventrally, with a distinct iridescent sheen when alive. Fins are typically dark.
- Diet
- Squid, fish (including saury, anchovy, and sardines), crustaceans, and gelatinous organisms.
- Region
- Found in all oceans, including the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans. In the US, they are commonly found off the coasts of California, Oregon, and Washington.