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African Pompano
Alectis ciliaris
Common Jack Mackerel
Trachurus declivis
- Max size
- View in app
- Max depth
- 460 m
- Found in
- 5 regions
How to recognise it
- Colours
- whitesilvergreenblue
- Body shape
- Elongated
- Family
- Carangidae
The greenback horse mackerel or greenback scad (Trachurus declivis) is a species of jack in the family Carangidae, found around western and southern Australia, and around New Zealand, from the surface to depths of 460 m. Its length is up to 64 cm. Its common name derives from the legend that other smaller species of fish could ride on its back over great distances. It is an important commercial fish and sports fishing quarry although it has strong tasting flesh.
Similar species
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Questions
Is Common Jack Mackerel dangerous?
Common Jack Mackerel has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.
Where can you find Common Jack Mackerel?
Australia SouthNew ZealandAustralia EastAustralia WestAustralia
How deep does Common Jack Mackerel live?
Common Jack Mackerel can be found at depths of up to 460 meters.
