Least ConcernMackerel
Scomber scombrus
One of the 2 bonitos on WAnimals
Bony fish · Scombriformes · Scombridae
Sarda sarda
The species is abundant and widely distributed; it faces no significant short-term risk.
It makes mass seasonal migrations from the Atlantic into the Mediterranean specifically to breed.
Weight
up to 11 kg
Size
up to 91.4 cm
Life expectancy
5 years
Diet
Carnivore
Feeds mainly on other animals.
Activity
Diurnal
Active mainly during the day.
Social structure
School
Gathers in coordinated schools, typical of fish.
Sighting difficulty
Easy
Sources consulted: ResearchGate; Institute of Marine Research Norway; A-Z Animals; California Sea Grant; Fishipedia; Allfishes.org; Grokipedia; FishBase
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The pins mark the parks and dive sites where its presence is documented.
