Frigate Mackerel
Auxis thazard
Also known as: Bonito Tuna, Bullet Mackerel, Frigate Tuna, Leadenall, Mackerel Tuna
- Bonito Tuna
- Bullet Mackerel
- Frigate Tuna
- Leadenall
- Mackerel Tuna
Overview
Found in schools, in relatively shallow areas of oceanic waters.
Scombridae are some of the fastest swimmers in the ocean with their streamlined bodies and retractable fins cruising the open seas of the world for their food.
Tunas and Mackerels form the basis of the worlds largest fishing industry.
How to identify
- Pattern
- wavy stripes
- Behaviour
- open waterschooling
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Habitat & where to find it
- Range · Worldwide
- Country only · 2
Found in schools, in relatively shallow areas of oceanic waters.
Adult photos 2
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