Historic Bluefin Tuna Lands on Yorkshire Coast After Decades

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Historic Bluefin Tuna Lands on Yorkshire Coast After Decades
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An Atlantic bluefin tuna weighing about 338 kg was landed near Whitby, Yorkshire—the first to be landed in the area since the 1960s, with a second over-300-kg specimen following the next day. University of Exeter researchers have tagged six bluefin off Whitby, suggesting a resurgence of the species in British waters under careful fisheries management. The catches are sold to high-end markets and restaurants, reflecting ongoing demand for this premium fish.

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