The Australian bonito is a streamlined, fast-swimming fish found in coastal waters around Australia. It features a sleek, silver body with dark, wavy stripes. Typically reaching lengths of 24-30 inches and weighing up to 15 pounds, it feeds on smaller fish and squid. Known for its schooling behavior, it is a popular target for sport fishing. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Australian bonito
length · weight
Australian bonito
21 in · 4 lb
Australian bonito
22 in · 5 lb
Australian bonito
15 in · 1 lb 5 oz
Australian bonito
Central Coast coastal waters
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Australian bonito
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Australian bonito
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Australian bonito
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