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Which important food and game fishes belong to the order Perciformes?

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Bluefin tuna swimming underwater in a group, with silvery bodies and streamlined shapes, near Japan. — perciform Bluefin tuna (*Thunnus thynnus orientalis*) in the waters near Japan.

The order Perciformes includes many of the world's most significant food and game fishes. These bony fishes are found in both marine and freshwater environments.1

Marine Food and Game Fishes

The marine species within this order are diverse and economically vital, including:
* Scombridae: This family includes tunas, mackerels, bonitos, and skipjacks.1
* Billfishes and Others: Notable examples include billfishes, marlins, and swordfish.1
* Carangids: A large family (Carangidae) comprising pompanos, jacks, cavallas, and scads.1
* Other Notable Species: Sea basses, goatfishes, drums, and porgies are also highly valued.12

Freshwater Food and Sport Fishes

Freshwater perciforms are also widely sought for sport and consumption:
* Centrarchidae: Includes the sunfishes.1
* Percidae: Includes the perches and walleyes.1
* Cichlidae: Species such as the tilapia are cultivated globally as a valuable source of protein.2