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Chub mackerel

Rastrelliger brachysoma

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
34.5 cm
Depth Range
15-200m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 34.5 cm
Depth Range 15-200m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic, estuaries

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
15-200m
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Fishing Information

Game Fish
Yes

Taxonomy

Order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas)
Family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas)
Species Rastrelliger brachysoma

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Chub mackerel get?
Chub mackerel can grow up to 34.5 cm long.
Where is Chub mackerel found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Chub mackerel belong to?
Chub mackerel (Rastrelliger brachysoma) belongs to the family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas) in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).

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