Pelagic · Wild-caught
Atlantic bluefin tuna
Thunnus thynnus
Atlantic bluefin tuna has returned to Norwegian waters and is caught under a small quota in late summer and autumn. Buyers ask for it fresh and frozen for the sushi and sashimi trade.
Typical formats:Whole round · Headed and gutted (H&G) · Loins · Fresh (chilled) · Frozen
Catch and area
Caught by purse seine and line off the west coast in a short season; a small number of vessels participate and volumes are limited.
Season
- Jan: out of season
- Feb: out of season
- Mar: out of season
- Apr: out of season
- May: out of season
- Jun: out of season
- Jul: out of season
- Aug: in season
- Sep: in season
- Oct: in season
- Nov: out of season
- Dec: out of season
Aug–Oct
Formats and condition
Whole round or H&G, fresh on ice or frozen; loins and quarters on request.
Typical sizes and grades
Large fish sold by individual weight; each fish is assessed for grade.
Typical uses
Sushi and sashimi restaurants, auction and wholesale markets in Japan and Europe.
Typical specifications – confirmed per quotation
| Specification | Typical |
|---|---|
| Category | Pelagic |
| Origin | Wild-caught |
| Formats | Whole round · Headed and gutted (H&G) · Loins · Fresh (chilled) · Frozen |
| Season | Aug–Oct |
These are typical trade formats and seasons, not a promise of availability. Exact specifications, grades, volumes and terms are confirmed in each quotation.
Availability, specifications, grades, packaging and delivery are confirmed in each quotation. Nothing on this page is a promise of stock or lead time.
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