The Slender tuna (Allothunnus fallai) is a saltwater fish of the family Scombridae that grows up to 105 cm.
Description
The slender tuna is a mackerel-like tuna (Scombridae) from the cool waters of the southern hemisphere, in a broad band around the Southern Ocean. The species grows to about 1 metre and has a streamlined, torpedo-shaped, blue-black body with a silvery belly and small separate finlets before the crescent-shaped tail. As a fast schooling predator it hunts small zooplankton, mainly crustaceans, and small fish in open water. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Slender tuna?
The Slender tuna has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Slender tuna live?
The Slender tuna lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Slender tuna get?
The Slender tuna grows to a maximum of about 105 cm. On average the species is around 86 cm.
Is the Slender tuna dangerous to humans?
No, the Slender tuna is harmless to humans.
Is the Slender tuna edible?
Yes, the Slender tuna is commonly eaten.
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