Fishing Species
Bigeye Tuna Fish Species Information
Bigeye Tuna bigfishtackle PM
| Label | Details |
|---|---|
| Scientific Fish Name: | Thunnus obesus |
| Other Fish Name: | Bigeye |
| Regions Fished: | Bigeye tuna are found in the open waters of all tropical and temperate oceans, but not the Mediterranean Sea. |
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| Additional Information: | A longer-lived fish than the closely related yellowfin tuna, the bigeye tuna is thought to have a lifespan of up to 10 to 12 years, with individuals achieving sexual maturity at the age of four. |