Bigeye Tuna
Saltwater
Irish Name:
Tuinnín Mórshúileach
Tuinnín Mórshúileach
Scientific Name:
Thunnus obesus
Thunnus obesus
Description
Rare visitor to Irish waters. Large eyes adapted for deep diving.
Identification
Large eyes. Deep body. Dark blue above. Very rare in Irish waters.
Species Information
- Category Sea
- Habitat Saltwater
- Average Weight 50.00 kg
Specimen Threshold
Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:
Weight
90.718 kg
(200.00 lbs)