These famous giant growing tuna have a dark back over a silver body with a yellowish dorsal fin and finlets. Bluefin tuna have fairly short pectoral fins relative to other tuna species and can grow to well over 1200 pounds.
Bluefin tuna’s popularity as sushi in Japanese markets has led to their steady decline.  They need strong global management tactics as many nations harvest bluefin tuna as it migrates around the oceans.
They are in found in both the Western and Eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Normally these tuna live in offshore waters but often come  near shore to feed.
Bluefin are one of the most sought after fish by commercial and recreational anglers.  Trolling lures and baits, chunking, and live bait are popular methods to catch these monster tuna. Heavy tackle is a must for larger fish.  In some areas where the tuna are known to travel on or near the surface, a harpoon fishery exists.