Quick Facts
common name :
Skipjack tuna
Scientific Name :
Katsuwonus pelamis
local name :
Balaya
Group :
Temperate and Tropical Tunas
Average Size :
Maximum fork length is about 108 cm corresponding to a weight of 32.5 to 34.5 kg; common to 80 cm fork length and a weight of 8 to 10 kg. Fork length at first maturity is about 45 cm.
Diagnostic Features
Morphological characteristics Two dorsal fins separated by a small interspace Pectoral fins: Short Body scaleless except for the corselet and lateral line 4 to 6 very conspicuous longitudinal dark bands appear as discontinuous lines in belly Color characteristics Body: Lower sides and belly silver color while back side got dark purplish blue
consumer Advice
Threat to Human
Stock Status
Stock Not Overfished
Lank Fish rating
IUCN Red List Status
