Appearance
Also known as bonito and blue bonito.
- Broken, wavy, diagonal dark stripes on back
- 3 to 7 dark spots under each pectoral fin
- Lack dark stripes on belly
- Relatively short pectoral fins
Similar Species: Atlantic bonito, S. sarda (lack spots below pectoral fin; dark stripes on back are mostly straight)
Size: Up to 48 inches
Habitat
Coastal to offshore waters
Behavior
One of the most common tuna species in our area; feed on small fishes and invertebrates