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Atlantic bonito

Bonito

Scientific name: Sarda sarda

NativeMarine

Behavior

A pelagic shoaling fish of coastal waters. Shows cannibalistic behaviour. Moves inshore in small groups during the summer spawning season.

Features

Elongated, moderately stout body, large pointed head.

Distribution

Found in the northeast Atlantic from Norway to South Africa. Occasionally seen in the German North Sea.