Bigeye Tuna
Thunnus obesus
- Group: Tuna
- Typical depth: 0–1500 m
- Max size: 2.5 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A powerful open ocean tuna that ranges from the surface to around 1,500 metres in search of cool, oxygen rich water near the thermocline. Young fish school near the surface, often mixed with other tunas, while larger adults make deep daytime dives, and heavy fishing has left the species vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Scombridae › Thunnus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127028.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bigeye Tuna live?
- The Bigeye Tuna (Thunnus obesus) is typically found at 0–1500 m.
- Is the Bigeye Tuna dangerous to divers?
- The Bigeye Tuna is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bigeye Tuna get?
- The Bigeye Tuna grows to about 2.5 m.