King Mackerel
Scomberomorus cavalla
- Group: Tuna
- Typical depth: 5–140 m
- Max size: 1.8 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A swift open water mackerel that often hunts outer reef areas, the king mackerel chases down fishes along with some shrimp and squid. Large schools migrate long distances along the Atlantic coast as water temperatures allow. Eating large individuals carries a risk of ciguatera poisoning.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Scombridae › Scomberomorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159340.
FAQ
- How deep does the King Mackerel live?
- The King Mackerel (Scomberomorus cavalla) is typically found at 5–140 m.
- Is the King Mackerel dangerous to divers?
- The King Mackerel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the King Mackerel get?
- The King Mackerel grows to about 1.8 m.