Skipjack Tuna

Skipjack Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) is a quality seafood product sourced from Indian waters.

• Scientific name: Katsuwonus pelamis
• Distribution: Off West and East coasts of India
• Areas of abundance: Andamans and Lakshadweep Islands
• Peak season: October to April
• Gear used: Purse seine & Pole and line

Also known as: French: Thon · Japanese: Maguro-rui · Spanish: Atun