Tag: Tuna

Tuna is used to mean the fish, and the flesh of that fish (which is also called tuna fish). Tuna is also the edible fruit of a cactus, or the name of that cactus. Why is it called tuna fish and not tuna? So the phrase “tuna fish” makes sense when we realize that “tuna” […]

Like some shark species, Atlantic Bluefin must constantly swim. In order to obtain oxygen from the water, fishes pass water over their gills. The tunas lack the ability to do so while stopped, so they must continuously swim forward with their mouths open to keep their blood oxygenated. Do tuna ever stop swimming? Because they […]

Canned tuna might be in short supply soon Tuna packers, like those in Southeast Asia, also had enough raw tuna left over from 2019. But those supplies are running out, and now the FAO admits that there will be less tuna to go around because fishermen are being constrained by efforts to combat the spread […]

The name tuna comes from the Greek word meaning ‘to rush’, an appropriate name as communities of tuna called ‘schools’ swim very, very fast through the ocean. The average length of a tuna is 2 meters (6.5 feet), but they can sometimes reach lengths of 4 meters or more (13.12 feet). What type of fish […]

From an environmental standpoint, if we stop ordering this seafood menu item, bluefin tuna populations will be better off. Additionally, bluefin tuna contains high levels of mercury, a toxic metal that can cause some serious kidney and nervous system problems for pregnant women and children in particular. Is bluefin tuna high in mercury? Bluefin tuna […]

Step 1- Bleed Your Catch I find the easiest way is to make a quick cut to the throat and place it in a bucket of water for a few minutes. The water will prevent the blood from clotting and allow a full drain. Some people use a scissor and cut the gills instead, you’ll […]

San Pietro (Saint Peter, in English), off the southwestern tip of the larger island of Sardinia, is a major exporter of the premier bluefin tuna that is prized in Japan for its use in sushi and sashimi. It is called “red tuna” locally for the bright, bloody colour of its tasty meat. Where is Japanese […]

40,000 metric tons. With about 40,000 metric tons of all bluefin species caught per year—less than 1 percent of total tuna landings by weight—these fish generate an estimated $610 million to $660 million for fishermen and $2 billion to $2.5 billion in the global marketplace. How much tuna is caught annually? The study, which looked […]

Bluefin tuna, known in Japan as “hon maguro” (real tuna), are popular for high-end sushi and sashimi, but the population of the species has decreased due to overfishing, so catches are strictly controlled. Is tuna fished in Japan? In Japan, bluefin tuna tend to be caught using the rod-and-line technique or long lines. In the […]

PROLONGED AND PAINFUL DEATHS: Once the tuna are out of the water, fishers typically club or stab them with harpoons in an attempt to kill them. Oftentimes, the tuna have to be hit multiple times before finally dying. Their last moments on earth are filled with unimaginable panic, fear, and pain. Why do they cut […]

Leave the fish to bleed for three to five minutes. We recommend this bleeding technique for tunas exported to Japan. To accelerate the bleeding process, you can make a cut in the membrane between the gill collar and the gills. Do you have to bleed a tuna? Bleeding improves the appearance of uncooked tuna flesh, […]

BRAIN SPIKE Look for the soft spot between the eyes • Push spike in until the tip is about level with the middle of the eye • When you feel the fish give a shake and relax, you’ve successfully dispatched your fish. Now it’s time to bleed, pith and gill-gut your SBT before completely immersing […]

The Yellowfin tuna have small eyes and conical teeth. Do tuna fish have teeth? Equipped with teeth, speed and a constant need for nourishment, Atlantic bluefin tuna are constantly looking for food. One reason their appetites are so insatiable is their unusual circulatory system. Tuna, unlike other fish, are warm blooded. How many teeth do […]

Pacific bluefin tuna are heavily overfished, and the Atlantic bigeye and the Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna are experiencing overfishing with increased catch levels in recent years. The skipjack tuna, while quite resilient, could easily slip into a vulnerable state due to overfishing if improperly managed. Is tuna going to go extinct? Is Tuna an Endangered […]

Atlantic Bluefin Tuna have rows of upper and lower needle-like sharp teeth, and their livers are covered in tiny blood vessels. Do tuna have sharp teeth? This fish has glistening, silver-blue scales, sickle-like fins, a row of wicked-looking yellow spines along its back, and rows of sharp teeth. But this beautiful and formidable predator is […]

If they ever stopped, not only would they suffocate for lack of oxygen, but they would also sink into the depths because they are heavier than the water in which they live. They must maintain their depth by “flying” throughout the sea. Will fish die if they stop swimming? Before we go, here’s another myth […]

Here’s a way to use that whole dang can of tuna (or salmon). Use the liquid fish oil in place of a dressing or olive oil. MAKE A TUNA PASTA SALAD Feta Cheese. Cherry Tomatoes. Black Olives. Salt. Pepper. Diced Onion. Should I drain the oil from canned tuna? Canned tuna is cooked, and can […]

So why does deli tuna salad taste better? When you let tuna salad sit overnight, the way it does at a deli, the flavors have time to meld together. The mayo and seasonings absorb into those individual components — the celery, in particular — creating a more cohesive tuna salad experience. Why does tuna salad […]

Currently, the age of tuna is estimated by counting the annual winter growth layers, very much like estimating the age of a tree by counting annual growth rings in a cross section of the trunk. How do you age a fish? You can count the number of paired opaque and translucent rings, or annuli, to […]

It’s incredibly nutritious and a great source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids and B vitamins. However, it can contain high levels of mercury, a toxic heavy metal. Levels in Different Species. Species Mercury in ppm Mercury (in mcg) per 3 ounces (85 grams) Albacore tuna (canned) 0.350 29.75 How do you remove mercury from tuna? […]