![]() Even though this species accounts for 60% of total tuna catch, it is considered a sustainable fish, in part because skipjack reproduce early and often. Skipjack tuna ( Katsuwonus pelamis) are medium-sized fish, averaging 2.6 ft (0.8 m) in length with a max weight of 76 lbs (34.5 kg), and living anywhere from 6 to 12 years. Some of the most important commercial and recreational species of tuna include albacore, bigeye, bluefin, skipjack, and yellowfin. Some of the most important commercial and recreational species of tuna include albacore, bigeye, bluefin, yellowfin, and skipjack. Tuna was first canned in Australia in the early 1900s, and today canned tuna is commonly available packaged in water, oils and sauces, either solid, chunked or flaked. Once considered inedible, tuna is now prized and popular all over the world but by far Japan is the biggest consumer, where fresh tuna is considered a delicacy. Their flesh ranges in color from pink to characteristic dark red, each with its own unique taste and texture. Interestingly, they are one of the few fish that are able to maintain body temperatures above those of surrounding waters (by conserving heat produced via metabolism). They range in size from 4 lbs (1.8 kg) to over 1500 lbs (684 kg)! Overall, they are a dark metallic blue color with a silvery or whitish underside for camouflage and are found throughout the oceans of the world, generally in tropical and temperate waters. These fish have sleek, stream-lined bodies which makes them great swimmers. In actuality, tuna does not refer to one specific fish but to 15 species of saltwater fatty fish spread across 5 genera, related to mackerel in the Scombridae family of fish. All that and it’s nutritious too – providing one of the few dietary sources of vitamin D in our modern food supply! What’s not to love?Īffordable, readily available, easy to work with, and versatile, canned tuna make is a great gateway fish for those hesitant to “dip their toe” in the waters of seafood cuisine! ![]() Affordable, readily available, easy to work with, versatile, and popular in mainstream dishes (tuna salad anyone?), canned tuna makes for a great gateway fish for those hesitant to “dip their toe” in the waters of seafood cuisine. ![]() For a long time, the most popular seafood in the USA was canned tuna. ![]()
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