Bigscale mackerel
Gasterochisma melampus
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Saltwater
Overview
Bigscale mackerel (Gasterochisma melampus) is a marine fish of the family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas), in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 164 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 164,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 200-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
200-?m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Familie | Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Arten | Gasterochisma melampus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Bigscale mackerel get?
Bigscale mackerel can grow up to 164.0 cm long.
What family does Bigscale mackerel belong to?
Bigscale mackerel (Gasterochisma melampus) belongs to the family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas) in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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