Skipjack tuna

Skipjack Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis)

Skipjack Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), also known as Arctic Bonito or Striped Tuna, is a medium-sized fish that belongs to the mackerel family. It is a fast-swimming pelagic fish that is widely distributed in tropical and warm-temperate oceans worldwide.

Pronunciation

Skipjack Tuna: /ˈskɪpˌdʒæk ˈtuːnə/

Etymology

The term "Skipjack" is believed to have originated from the fish's habit of skipping out of the water, while "Tuna" is derived from the Greek word "Thunnus", which means "to rush".

Description

Skipjack Tuna are known for their streamlined bodies built for fast swimming. They have a distinct keel on their caudal peduncle and their dorsal side is dark purplish-blue while the belly and lower sides are silver with four to six dark bands running from behind the head to the base of the tail.

Diet

Skipjack Tuna primarily feed on forage fish, squid, and crustaceans. They are known to form schools with other species of tuna, especially Yellowfin Tuna.

Commercial Importance

Skipjack Tuna is the most commercially important tuna species. It is primarily caught for canning and is the main species used in canned tuna products.

Related Terms

• Tuna
• Mackerel
• Pelagic fish
• Forage fish
• Squid
• Crustaceans
• Yellowfin Tuna

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Skipjack tuna
• Wikipedia's article - Skipjack tuna

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