Blue mackerel
Scomber australasicus
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Blue mackerel (Scomber australasicus) is a marine fish of the family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas), in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 44 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.4 kg. Its recorded depth range is 87–200 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 44.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1.36 kg |
| Depth Range | 87-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Fishing Information
Taxonomy
| Order | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Family | Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Species | Scomber australasicus |
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