Atlantic Bluefin Tuna
Thunnus thynnus
Also called bluefin, giant, tuna
The Atlantic Bluefin Tuna is one of the largest and most prized gamefish in the ocean, known for its incredible speed, power, and endurance. These magnificent fish are highly migratory and capable of crossing entire ocean basins.
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna at a glance
- Scientific name
- Thunnus thynnus
- Typical size
- 40-120 inches
- IGFA world record
- 1,496 lbs
- State record
- 826 lbs 8 oz
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Legendary
Habitat
Deep offshore waters and canyons. Largest tuna species. Highly migratory apex predator.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a atlantic bluefin tuna through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksAtlantic Bluefin Tuna questions people ask
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna is Thunnus thynnus. Anglers also call it bluefin, giant, tuna.
A typical atlantic bluefin tuna runs 40-120 inches. The IGFA all tackle world record stands at 1,496 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every atlantic bluefin tuna you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Deep offshore waters and canyons. Largest tuna species. Highly migratory apex predator. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore in the Fishdex.
The IGFA all tackle world record atlantic bluefin tuna weighed 1,496 lbs. The standing state record on file is 826 lbs 8 oz.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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