Description
Reference |
IB2666 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
Mackerels/Tunas |
Common Name |
Bigeye Tuna |
Scientific Name |
Thunnus obesus |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
Bigeye tuna occur in the tropical waters of the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Bigeye tunas are highly migratory and travel long distances. They are a pelagic species that can be found to depths of 250 metres. Juveniles and sub-adults usually school at or near the surface with other tuna species. |
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