YELLOWFIN TUNA

Jul 09 2025SCIENCE

Tuna Tales: How Tiny Ear Bones Reveal Big Ocean Secrets

In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, there's a tiny group of islands called the Saint Peter and Saint Paul Archipelago. It's a remote spot, but it's a hotspot for big, traveling fish like the yellowfin tuna. Scientists wanted to know if these tunas were born near the islands or if they just stop by on their ocean adventures. To find out, they caught young yellowfin ...

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Dec 31 2024ENVIRONMENT

Transforming Fish Waste into a Green Gold Treasure

Ever wondered what happens to the skin of yellowfin tuna after it's caught? Turns out, this seemingly useless waste could be a goldmine for gelatin production. Gelatin is a widely used ingredient in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics, and fishes like tuna are packed with collagen, the main protein in gelatin. Enzymatic hydrolysis is an eco-friendly way to extract g...

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