746lb bluefin tuna caught off Yorkshire as species returns to UK waters

An enormous Atlantic bluefin tuna weighing 746lb (338kg) has been caught off the Yorkshire coast, marking the species’ return to the region after nearly 90 years and drawing fresh attention to its resurgence in British waters. Scientists say warmer seas, recovering fish stocks and tighter fishing controls may all be contributing to the species’ comeback.The huge tuna was landed at Whitby Harbour on Sunday by the five-person crew of The Dominator. The 338kg specimen is believed to be the first bluefin tuna landed at the Yorkshire port in decades.Crew member Jack Gardner, 28, said the fish was caught about 10 miles (16km) from Whitby Harbour. Speaking to the BBC, Gardner recalled the moment the fish surfaced.“It jumped out of the water, we all just looked at each other in awe,” he said.The crew reportedly had to drag the fish for around five miles before bringing it aboard.