Where Does Striped Bonito Live?

Striped Bonito lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Striped Bonito

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Primarily epipelagic, inhabiting surface waters down to about 200 meters (650 feet).

Environment

Oceanic and coastal pelagic waters, often found near continental shelves and islands. They prefer clear, warm to temperate waters.

Geographic range

Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, northern Australia, and extending to Japan and the Hawaiian Islands. Also found in the eastern Pacific from California to Peru.

Explore Striped Bonito