Pacific Albacore Tuna
Thunnus alalunga
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
Pacific IslandsWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
AlbacoreGermonLongfinned tunaAlbecorAhipalahaTombo
Seafood Profile
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Population
The stocks are not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Mild, rich taste.
Texture
Firm, steaky, with large, moist flakes.
Color
Light beige to almost brown when raw but turns off-white after cooking. Albacore has the lightest-colored meat of all the tunas.
Health benefits
Albacore is a heart-healthy protein choice that is low in fat and cholesterol.
Sources
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Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady