Serra Spanish Mackerel
Scomberomorus brasiliensis
- Group: Tuna
- Max size: 1.3 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A streamlined predator of warmer Atlantic reefs and coastal waters, the serra Spanish mackerel runs down smaller fish and takes shrimp and squid besides. It reaches well over a metre, and most of the catch is eaten fresh, though some is salted, smoked or canned.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Scombridae › Scomberomorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273811.
FAQ
- Is the Serra Spanish Mackerel dangerous to divers?
- The Serra Spanish Mackerel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Serra Spanish Mackerel get?
- The Serra Spanish Mackerel grows to about 1.3 m.