Fin's Fish Guide
The Gulf sierra (Scomberomorus concolor) is a brackish-water fish of the family Scombridae that grows up to 77 cm.
Description
The gulf sierra is a Spanish mackerel (Scombridae) from the eastern Pacific. The species has a streamlined, silvery body with a blue-green back and a deeply forked tail. Today it lives only in the Gulf of California, where it forms inshore schools; outside the Gulf it has disappeared. As a fast predator it hunts small schooling fishes. Owing to fishing pressure and its restricted range it is considered vulnerable. It is a commercial fish and harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Gulf sierra?
The Gulf sierra has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Nowadays restricted to the Gulf of California; fast schooling predator, vulnerable through fishing.
Where does the Gulf sierra live?
The Gulf sierra lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Gulf of California; inshore coastal waters.
How big does the Gulf sierra get?
The Gulf sierra grows to a maximum of about 77 cm.
Is the Gulf sierra dangerous to humans?
No, the Gulf sierra is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Gulf sierra edible?
Yes, the Gulf sierra is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Scomberomorus
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