Pacific Albacore Tuna

Thunnus alalunga

Also Known As

Albacore, Germon, Longfinned tuna, Albecor, Ahipalaha, Tombo

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

Availability	Fresh from late spring to late fall and frozen year-round.
Source	U.S. wild-caught from Washington to California, Hawaii, American Samoa, and on the high seas.
Taste	Mild, rich taste.
Texture	Firm, steaky, with large, moist flakes.
Color	Light beige to almost brown when raw but turns off-white after cooking. Albacore has the lightest-colored meat of all the tunas.
Health Benefits	Albacore is a heart-healthy protein choice that is low in fat and cholesterol. More information on health and seafood.