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Kawakawa
(Euthynnus affinis)
Countable characteristics
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D XV~XVII -12~13 + 7~8
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A 12~14 + 7
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P1 25~27
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P2 I, 5
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GR 31~34
Distribution
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Indian Ocean & Pacific Ocean / Temperate and tropical area
Maximum size
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FL 100 cm
Notes
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Number of the spots below the pectoral fin varies. In some individuals, spots can not be observed, while some individuals have ten spots.
Size and appearence

↑ SL 12 ㎝

↑ SL 35 cm

↑ SL 21 cm

↑ SL 43 cm

↑ FL 26 cm

↑ FL 62 cm
Early life stage

↑ SL 8 mm
Species confirmed by DNA,
FRA Japan

↑ FL 35 mm
Species confirmed by DNA, FRA Japan
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