| Other common names: False albacore, bonito, mackerel tuna. Size: Average up to 32 in, 20 lbs. IGFA All Tackle: 35 lb 2 oz. Distribution: Worldwide in tropical to temperate waters. General: A common pelagic schooling species and a hard-fighting sport fish. Frequently used as a baitfish for shark and marlin. The flesh is darker and stronger in flavor than that of the larger tunas. Commercially important- especially for canning. |
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