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Bullet tuna
(Auxis rochei)
Countable characteristics
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D X~XI -10~12 + 7~9
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A 12~13 + 7
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P1 22~23
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P2 I, 5
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GR 44~47
Distribution
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Worldwide / Temperate and tropical area
Maximum size
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Around FL 50 cm
Notes
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Frigate tuna is similar in appearence. Click here to check detailed morphological keys to identify both species.
Size and appearence

↑ FL 21 cm
Sample collected in Japan

↑ SL 25 cm
Sample collected in Vietnam

↑ SL 36 cm
Sample collected in Japan
Early life stage

↑ SL 6 mm
Species confirmed by DNA,
FRA Japan
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