Little Tunny
Euthynnus alletteratus
Also known as: Atlantic Black Skipjack, Atlantic Little Tuna, Atlantic Little Tunny, Black Skipjack, False Albacore, Fat Albert, Little Tuna, Spotted Bonito
- Atlantic Black Skipjack
- Atlantic Little Tuna
- Atlantic Little Tunny
- Black Skipjack
- False Albacore
- Fat Albert
- Little Tuna
- Spotted Bonito
Overview
Found in schools, close to inshore waters, near the edge of the continental shelf.
They feed on crustaceans, small fish, pelagic invertebrates, squid, and virtually anything within its range.
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
- black lineslinesspots
- Behaviour
- open waterschooling
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Habitat & where to find it
- Range · Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Black Sea
- Country only · 3
Found in schools, close to inshore waters, near the edge of the continental shelf.
Adult photos 3
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