Genus Seriola is a type of marine fish that belongs to the family Carangidae. It is commonly known as yellowtail or amberjack. Yellowtail is a prized catch for both commercial and recreational fishermen because of its firm flesh and delicious taste. Genus Seriola can also be referred to as Japanese amberjack, Buri, Greater amberjack, or Pacific yellowtail. The word genus is used to describe a taxonomic category of organisms that are closely related and share common traits. The synonyms for Genus Seriola are a useful tool for identifying different types of yellowtail from different regions, as well as for scientific classification and research purposes.