Albacore Tuna - 1 lb

Albacore TunaSpecies: Thunnus alalunga Catch Date: 04/04/2025Consume or Freeze Date: 04/20/2025Boat: F/V Gutsy LadyCaptain: Oliver JonesPort: San DiegoCatch Method: Deep Set Longline MBSFW Rating: Best ChoiceThis product may contain bones Biological: Albacore has as lifespan of around 12 years and reach sexual maturity in 5-6 years. A single female can lay 20 million eggs while spawning. These fish are highly migratory, forming large schools and their migratory nature makes them difficult to regulate as they pass from one legal jurisdiction to the next. There are 6 distinct stocks worldwide and most fish landed in California come from the robust North Pacific Stock. Albacore consume mostly cephalopods like squid making them unique among tuna. Albacore landed in California are usually caught near the surface, 20 miles or more from shore in warmer waters. Albacore has a steak like texture and a high fat content giving it a rich taste with firm, large flakes. It is best seared or grilled.