Fishing for Skipjack tuna

Katsuwonus pelamis
1K logged catches • 11K followers

The skipjack tuna is a streamlined, fast-swimming fish commonly found in tropical and subtropical oceans. It has a torpedo-shaped body with dark horizontal stripes. Typically measuring up to 32 inches and weighing around 40 pounds, it feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates. Known for its schooling behavior, the skipjack tuna is a key species in commercial fisheries. This summary is AI generated

Mr-fisher65, Fishbrain angler since 2024

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Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

? - 853 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

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