Image Bank - Fishes
Mackerel Tuna
Reference |
IB2681 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
Mackerels/Tunas |
Common Name |
Mackerel Tuna |
Scientific Name |
Euthynnus affinis |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
Mackerel Tuna can be recognised by the pattern of broken diagonal lines on the upper sides and two or five dark spots above the pelvic fin. It is a fast-swimming pelagic species that feeds on fishes, Shrimps and Cephalopods. It is preyed upon by Marlins and Sharks. |