Pacific Yellowfin Tuna

Thunnus albacares
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
Pacific IslandsWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
AhiKihada

Seafood Profile

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NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stocks are not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Yellowfin tuna has a mild, meaty flavor. It’s more flavorful than albacore, but leaner than bluefin.
Texture
The meat is firm and moist, with large flakes.
Color
Meat is bright red when raw and turns brown to grayish-tan when cooked.
Health benefits
Yellowfin tuna is low in saturated fat and sodium and is a very good source of protein, thiamin, selenium, vitamin B6, and omega-3s.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady