The black skipjack tuna is a streamlined, fast-swimming fish found in warm Pacific waters. It typically measures 16-24 inches and weighs 5-10 pounds. Recognizable by its dark, metallic blue body and prominent stripes, it feeds on small fish and crustaceans. Known for its schooling behavior, it often forms large groups, enhancing its foraging efficiency. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Black skipjack tuna.

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Black skipjack tuna
length · weight
Black skipjack tuna
length · weight
Black skipjack tuna
length · weight
Black skipjack tuna
length · weight
Black skipjack tuna
length · weight
Black skipjack tuna
Cabo San Lucas- the Sea of Cortez
24 in · 10 lb


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