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Banded horse mackerel

Gnathanodon speciosus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
120.0 cm
Max Weight
15.0 kg
Depth Range
0-80m
Family

Overview

Banded horse mackerel (Gnathanodon speciosus) is a marine fish of the family Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos), in the order Carangiformes. Maximum recorded length is 120 cm, with a maximum published weight of 15 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–80 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 120.0 cm
Maximum Weight 15.0 kg
Depth Range 0-80m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic, coral reefs

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-80m

Fishing Information

Game Fish
Yes

Taxonomy

Order Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos)
Family Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos)
Species Gnathanodon speciosus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Banded horse mackerel get?
Banded horse mackerel can grow up to 120.0 cm long and weigh 15.0 kg.
Where is Banded horse mackerel found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Banded horse mackerel belong to?
Banded horse mackerel (Gnathanodon speciosus) belongs to the family Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos) in the order Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos).

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