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Aku

Katsuwonus pelamis

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Comprimento Máximo
110,0 cm
Peso Máximo
34,5 kg
Faixa de Profundidade
0-260m
Família

Sobre

The aku (Katsuwonus pelamis), also known as the skipjack tuna, is a large saltwater fish reaching up to 110 cm and 34.5 kg. It inhabits tropical and subtropical open ocean waters worldwide and is one of the most commercially important tuna species, known for its powerful schooling behavior and fast swimming.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 110,0 cm
Maximum Weight 34,5 kg
Faixa de Profundidade 0-260m

Habitat & Distribution

Pelagic

Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
0-260m
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Informações de Pesca

Peixe Esportivo
Sim

Taxonomy

Ordem Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas)
Família Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas)
Espécies Katsuwonus pelamis

Perguntas Frequentes

How big does Aku get?
Aku can grow up to 110.0 cm long and weigh 34.5 kg.
Where is Aku found?
Pelagic
What family does Aku belong to?
Aku (Katsuwonus pelamis) belongs to the family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas) in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).

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