Black Skipjack
NameBlack Skipjack
Scientific NameEuthynnus lineatus
Common NamesBlack Skipjack Tuna, Black Tuna
FamilyScombridae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, Baja California, Peru
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50000
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)70-85
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
The Black Skipjack is a large, fast-swimming pelagic tuna species found in the Eastern Pacific. Known for its torpedo-shaped body and dark coloration, it is a formidable predator. Due to its immense size and need for vast open water, this species is not suitable for home aquariums and is only occasionally seen in extremely large public oceanariums.
