tuna, (genus Thunnus), any of seven species of oceanic fishes, some very large, that constitute the genus Thunnus and are of great commercial value as food. They are related to mackerels and are placed with them in the family Scombridae (order Perciformes). Tunas vary considerably, both within and among species.
A tuna ( pl. : tunas or tuna) is a saltwater fish that belongs to the tribe Thunnini, a subgrouping of the Scombridae (mackerel) family.
Amount Per 0.5 fillet (154 g) | |
Calories 203 | |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 2 g | 3% |
Saturated fat 0.6 g | 3% |
Cholesterol 92 mg | 30% |
Sodium 72 mg | 3% |
Potassium 804 mg | 22% |
Total Carbohydrate 0 g | 0% |
Dietary fiber 0 g | 0% |
Protein 43 g | 86% |
Vitamin C | 2% |
Calcium | 5% |
Iron | 13% |
Vitamin B6 | 75% |
Cobalamin | 56% |
Magnesium | 17% |
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Tuna are among the most commercially valuable fish on the planet. Their population is threatened by overfishing, bycatch and pirate fishing.
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- Albacore tuna is regarded as the most premium species of tuna, with the Bay of Biscay hook-and-line fishery known to produce the highest-quality fish. ... - ...
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Oct 11, 2023 · Often dubbed White Tuna, Albacores boast light flesh and a very mild flavor. They come in larger chunks in comparison to Skipjacks, and are ...