- Tuna - Wikipedia
A tuna (pl : tunas or tuna) is a saltwater fish that belongs to the tribe Thunnini, a subgrouping of the Scombridae (mackerel) family
- Tuna | Definition, Characteristics, Species, Facts | Britannica
Tuna, any of seven species of oceanic fishes, some very large, that constitute the genus Thunnus and are of great commercial value as food Tunas are elongated, robust, and streamlined fishes; they have a rounded body that tapers to a slender tail base and a forked or crescent-shaped tail
- 15 Different Types of Tuna Species - TRVST
Tunas are an ecologically and economically significant group of pelagic fish (that live in the open ocean rather than close to the coast) They are famous culinary delicacies Furthermore, the various tuna species are renowned for their streamlined bodies and powerful swimming abilities
- Different Types of Tuna, Species of Tuna | Sport Fishing Mag
Two groups (sometimes known as “tribes”) dominate the tuna species One is Thunnini, which is the group considered true tunas, characterized by two separate dorsal fins and a relatively thick body
- The Ultimate Tuna Guide: Tuna Species and Their Traits
Tunas (members of the tribe Thunnini in the mackerel family) are built like torpedoes – sleek, muscular, and born to roam the high seas They are found throughout the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, migrating vast distances in search of prey
- 15 Varieties Of Tuna, Explained - Tasting Table
With that in mind, whether you're a seafood connoisseur or just curious about the fish in your canned seafood, this guide will introduce and discuss 15 types of tuna, including lesser-known
- The Big Tunas - Smithsonian Ocean
All tunas must continually swim to flush oxygen rich water over their gills, a necessity for a fish with such a high metabolism and muscular body Below, the true tunas of the Thunnus genus are listed and some of their unique attributes are described
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