Author: Lorraine Wade

Eco-friendly labels A “dolphin safe” label advertises that the tuna was caught in compliance with U.S. laws and regulations to protect dolphins from fishing operations. Tuna companies use several dolphin-safe label variations, including the official Department of Commerce seal and Earth Island Institute’s logo. Is my tuna dolphin-safe? Is all canned tuna legally sold in […]

Of the seven commercially-important tuna species (albacore, bigeye, skipjack, yellowfin, Atlantic bluefin, Pacific bluefin and southern bluefin), pole and line catches mostly skipjack, and some albacore, both of which have largely healthy stocks. It’s the most sustainable method catching the most sustainable tunas. Is tuna a line and pole? Pole and line is a fishing […]

Thus, claims that tuna fishing can continue to chase and net dolphins and not cause harm are not backed by scientific research. Dolphins do not associate with Skipjack tuna and this species is most likely to be truly “dolphin safe”. However, the species of tuna is not always mentioned on the can. What brands of […]

Dolphin Safe All Princes tuna is dolphin friendly, and as a long-standing member of the Earth Island Institute (EII), we only work with tuna fisheries that reduce the risk of dolphins being unintentionally caught in the tuna fishing process. What brands of tuna are dolphin safe? APPROVED DOLPHIN-SAFE TUNA PROCESSING COMPANIES & FISHING COMPANIES SAMOA […]

Flying fish, often pursued by giant mackerel, tuna, swordfish or marlin, excel at escape. They can stay airborne for much longer than other fish because they use their extra long wing-like front fins to glide slowly back down to the water. Which fish jump out of the water? Mullet are commonly seen leaping out of […]

Lure Selection: 7” Hogy Epoxy Jig 4oz: Casting Only. Olive. 5” Hogy Pro-tail Paddle: Casting and Jigging. 9” Hogy Pro Tail Harness Paddle Jig 6oz and 9oz: Casting and Jigging. What color lure is best for tuna? Now, taking a look at the northeast—in the Atlantic off New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey—they catch more […]

White Tuna is not a thing. It’s a nick name… sometimes, it can (and you hope it’s this) refer to albacore white tuna or longfin tuna. But most of the time… it’s actually a fish called Escolar and this is the one you might have to worry about. Can you eat white tuna raw? The […]

It’s just that the meat turns white when cooked in the canning process. All tuna loses its rosy hue and lightens up to some extent during cooking. Albacore is one of the smaller tunas. Does tuna change color when cooked? After tuna is cooked, it turns light in color, and this is what you see […]

The black part you see in the picture is Bloodline/Red Muscle. The bloodline has a lot of blood to provide oxygen. Though many folks dislike the taste and smell of bloodline, it’s edible – full of nutrients. What is the black stuff in my can of tuna? That dark, nearly black area in the middle […]

1 to 2 days. Canned Tuna or Salmon Will stay fresh after opening for 1 to 2 days in the refrigerator. Transfer opened canned fish to a sealed glass container or plastic bag. How do you keep canned tuna fresh after opening? Immediately refrigerate leftover canned tuna in a glass or plastic container. Do not […]

Tying the Tuna Knot Double approximately 18 inches of leader. Pass half the loop through the hook eye. With one hand, pinch the loop between two fingers and the standing and tag ends of the leader between another finger(s) and the palm of your hand. Do you need a wire leader for tuna? Wired Plugs: […]