Tuna Observation

Tuna are small to large saltwater fish found in temperate and tropical waters. They are classified in the Thunnini tribe. There are 15 tuna species. There are different species of tuna such as Albacore Tuna, Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Skipjack Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, and the Bigeye Tuna. The Atlantic Bluefin Tuna is the largest tuna in the world and it can reach 15 ft and weigh 1,500 pounds. The Yellowfin Tuna have long yellow fins and reach 400 pounds. Yellowfin tuna swim 50 mph.  They have two dorsal fins and have 7–10 finlets between the dorsal fin and the tail.