The Albacore (Thunnus alalunga) can grow to 127cm.
Identification[]
Typical tunny shape, pectoral fins very long and when depressed reach beyond the second dorsal fin. Poorly defined swim bladder, not evident in fish under 50cm.
Colour[]
Faint lateral iridescent band runs along sides of the live fish - diminishes on death. The first dorsal fin is deep yellow second dorsal and anal fins bright yellow, and the anal finlets are dark. This is the only Tuna species with a white margin on the edge of the tail.
Breeding[]
Egg dispersal of between 2/3 million per season.
Habitat[]
Favours offshore waters with a surface temperature of 15 to 190C. They prefer clean silt free waters.
Food[]
Anchovy, Squid, small fishes
Range[]
From 450N to 300S - tropical and temperate ocean waters
Additional Notes:
Mainly found offshore in waters 17/210C
References[]
The Aquarium Project