Pacific Bluefin Tuna
Thunnus orientalis
- Group: Tuna
- Typical depth: 1–550 m
- Max size: 3 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
A powerful, warm blooded giant that can hold its body heat above the surrounding water, the Pacific bluefin tuna schools by size in the open ocean and migrates thousands of kilometres along the coast. It reaches three metres, tolerates a wide range of temperatures, and has been driven down to near threatened by intense fishing.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Scombridae › Thunnus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273823.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Bluefin Tuna live?
- The Pacific Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus orientalis) is typically found at 1–550 m.
- Is the Pacific Bluefin Tuna dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Bluefin Tuna is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Bluefin Tuna get?
- The Pacific Bluefin Tuna grows to about 3 m.