Pacific Yellowfin Tuna

Thunnus albacares

Also Known As

Ahi, Kihada

U.S. wild-caught Pacific yellowfin 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	Yellowfin tuna has a mild, meaty flavor. It’s more flavorful than albacore, but leaner than bluefin.
Texture	The meat is firm and moist, with large flakes.
Color	Meat is bright red when raw and turns brown to grayish-tan when cooked.
Health Benefits	Yellowfin tuna is low in saturated fat and sodium and is a very good source of protein, thiamin, selenium, vitamin B6, and omega-3s.