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Bullet tuna

Bullet tuna

Auxis rochei

Family
Scombridae
Max Length
50 cm
Max Weight
5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
7

Overview

The bullet tuna is a species of tuna, in the family Scombridae, found circumglobally in tropical oceans, including the Mediterranean Sea, in open surface waters to depths of 50 m (164 ft). The population of bullet tuna in the Eastern Pacific was classified as a subspecies of A. rochei, A. rochei eudorax, but some authorities regard this as a valid species Auxis eudorax. Its maximum length is 50 centimetres (20 in).

Where to Find Bullet tuna

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I catch Bullet tuna?+

Bullet tuna can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Nova Scotia, Canada; New Hampshire, United States; Catalunya, Spain. WikiCatch lists 7 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Bullet tuna get?+

Bullet tuna (Auxis rochei) can reach up to 50 cm in length and 5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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