Species FishSkipjack Tuna

Skipjack Tuna

Katsuwonus pelamis

CommonFish
Illustration of Skipjack Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis)

Skipjack Tuna are smaller tunas with a dark blue back and distinctive horizontal stripes. They are known for their fast swimming and are often used in sushi and sashimi.

Habitat
Common in warm oceanic waters, often in schools.
Diet
Feeds on small fish and invertebrates.
How common
Common

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