Broad-Barred King Mackerel
Scomberomorus semifasciatus
- Group: Tuna
- Typical depth: to 100 m
- Max size: 1.2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A fast barred mackerel of coastal water, this king mackerel hunts around headlands and rocky reefs and also ranges offshore. Young fish appear along Queensland beaches in late spring and double in size within months, chasing sardines and herring. It can carry ciguatera.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Scombridae › Scomberomorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273820.
FAQ
- How deep does the Broad-Barred King Mackerel live?
- The Broad-Barred King Mackerel (Scomberomorus semifasciatus) is typically found at to 100 m.
- Is the Broad-Barred King Mackerel dangerous to divers?
- The Broad-Barred King Mackerel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Broad-Barred King Mackerel get?
- The Broad-Barred King Mackerel grows to about 1.2 m.