Atlantic Skipjack Tuna

Katsuwonus pelamis

Also Known As

Tuna, Ocean bonito, Lesser tuna, Aku

U.S. wild-caught Atlantic skipjack tuna is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.

Availability	Fresh in late summer through early fall, and frozen and canned year-round.
Source	U.S. wild-caught from New York to Florida.
Taste	Skipjack tuna has the most pronounced taste of all of the tropical tunas.
Texture	Firm and moist with large flakes.
Color	When raw, good-quality skipjack tuna meat is deep red. Smaller fish are lighter red. Cooked skipjack becomes light gray.
Health Benefits	Skipjack is an excellent source of low-fat protein.