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Faughn's mackerel

Rastrelliger faughni

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
20.0 cm
Max Weight
0.75 kg
Depth Range
2-150m
Family

Overview

Faughn's mackerel (Rastrelliger faughni) is a marine fish of the family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas), in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.8 kg. Its recorded depth range is 2–150 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 20.0 cm
Maximum Weight 0.75 kg
Depth Range 2-150m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
2-150m

Fishing Information

Game Fish
Yes

Taxonomy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Faughn's mackerel get?
Faughn's mackerel can grow up to 20.0 cm long and weigh 0.75 kg.
Where is Faughn's mackerel found?
Neritic
What family does Faughn's mackerel belong to?
Faughn's mackerel (Rastrelliger faughni) belongs to the family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas) in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).

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