Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Thunnius thynnus, Maguro (Japanese)

Fish
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Overview
A highly migratory, warm-blooded fish known for its size, speed, and importance in marine ecosystems. It is currently endangered due to overfishing and faces threats from climate change and bycatch.
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Habitat
open ocean (pelagic zone) - North Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Mediterranean Sea, Norwegian Sea, British Isles, coastal waters of Western Europe
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Lifespan
30-50+ years (potentially 70+ years)
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Life Cycle
Eggs hatch into larvae; juveniles grow rapidly feeding on small fish and crustaceans; adults are apex predators feeding on larger fish and squid.
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Taste and Consumption
Highly prized delicacy, firm and fatty flesh with a rich, buttery flavor; commonly eaten as sushi and sashimi; very expensive.