Pacific Bigeye Tuna

Thunnus obesus

Also Known As

Bigeye, `Ahi, Mabachi

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

Availability	Year-round.
Source	U.S. wild-caught from Hawaii, California, U.S. Pacific Island territories, and the high seas.
Taste	Bigeye tuna has a mild, meaty flavor, with a higher fat content than yellowfin and is preferred by sashimi lovers.
Texture	Firm and moist, with large flakes.
Color	Bigeye tuna meat has a reddish-pink color.
Health Benefits	Bigeye tuna is low in saturated fat and sodium and is rich in niacin, vitamins B6 and B12, selenium, and phosphorous.