American mackerel
Scomber japonicus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 64,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 2,9 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-300m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-300m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Famille | Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Espèces | Scomber japonicus |
Foire aux questions
How big does American mackerel get?
American mackerel can grow up to 64.0 cm long and weigh 2.9 kg.
Where is American mackerel found?
Neritic
What family does American mackerel belong to?
American mackerel (Scomber japonicus) belongs to the family Scombridae (Mackerels and tunas) in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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