Skipjack Tuna
Katsuwonus Pelamis
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameKatsuwonus Pelamis
Other namesAku, Bonito, Oceanic Bonito, Skipjack, Stripebellied Bonito, Striped Bonito, Striped Tuna, Stripey, Watermelon Tuna
SizeUp to 1.1 m (3.6 ft)
WeightUp to 35 kg (77 lb)
FamilyMackerel/Tuna / Scombridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal & oceanic waters, often near reefs, islands & open water
