Euthynnus is a genus of ray-finned bony fish in the family Scombridae, or mackerel family, and in the tribe Thunnini, more commonly known as the tunas. Species in the genus Euthynnus are also known as "little tunas," and are found in subtropical oceans worldwide. They are known for their dark red meat and strong taste compared to larger tunas.

Species Species of the genus Euthynnus Common name Scientific name Maximumlength Commonlength Maximumweight Maximumage Trophiclevel Source IUCN status Mackerel tuna,kawakawa E. affinis (Cantor, 1849) 6 years 4.50 Least concern Little tunny, false albacore, bonita E. alletteratus(Rafinesque, 1810) 10 years 4.13 Least concern Black skipjack tuna  E. lineatus(Kishinouye, 1920) 3.83 Least concern

See also List of prehistoric bony fish

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