The Bleekeri's mackerel scad (Decapterus russelli) is a saltwater fish of the family Carangidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The Indian scad is a slender scad of the family Carangidae widely distributed across the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a fusiform, blue-silvery body with detached finlets behind the dorsal and anal fins and reaches about 45 cm. Adults form large schools in deeper water but sometimes also occur in sheltered bays. They feed mainly on small zooplankton. It is the most common scad in the Indian Ocean and a very important commercial fish, marketed fresh, dried, salted, frozen or canned.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bleekeri's mackerel scad?
The Bleekeri's mackerel scad has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Bleekeri's mackerel scad live?
The Bleekeri's mackerel scad lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Bleekeri's mackerel scad get?
The Bleekeri's mackerel scad grows to a maximum of about 45 cm. On average the species is around 30 cm.
Is the Bleekeri's mackerel scad dangerous to humans?
No, the Bleekeri's mackerel scad is harmless to humans.
Is the Bleekeri's mackerel scad edible?
Yes, the Bleekeri's mackerel scad is a highly prized food fish.
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Same genus Decapterus
More from the family Carangidae
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