Blackfin Tuna

Thunnus atlanticus

Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Regions

Florida

Protected status

None

Also known as

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Species Profile

Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.

FWC

Size

Common to 28 inches

Similar species

Yellowfin tuna, T. albacares (elongated second dorsal and anal fins); and bluefin tuna, T. thynnus (has short pectoral fins and reaches a much larger size) Size: Common to 28 inches

Appearance

Second dorsal and anal fins not elongated
Bronze stripe on sides
Second dorsal fin dusky and all finlets dark with white edges
Long pectoral fin nearly reaches below the beginning of the second dorsal fin

Habitat

Coastal to offshore waters

Behavior

Feed on small fishes, invertebrates and plankton.

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Sources

Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

FWC Wildlife Habitats Profile (FL)