Live Bluefin Tuna
Live Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) for pelagic fish migration studies exhibit in public aquarium. Demonstrates trans-Pacific migration patterns and overfishing impacts. Covered as wild fish under 9810.00.70.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specialized transport tanks with live bait required per NOAA fishery regulations
• Aquarium research proposal must detail migration tracking technology display
• USFWS aquatic nuisance species inspection mandatory for pelagic imports
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