The Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) is a saltwater fish of the family Hexagrammidae that grows up to 57 cm.
Description
The Atka mackerel is a greenling relative (Hexagrammidae) from cold coastal waters of the northern Pacific, around the Aleutians and the Bering Sea. The species grows to about 57 cm and has an elongate body with a yellow to olive ground and dark oblique bands. It forms enormous schools in open water above rocky bottoms and filters zooplankton with fine gill rakers. It is a very important commercial fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Atka mackerel?
The Atka mackerel has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly yellow-gold.
Where does the Atka mackerel live?
The Atka mackerel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Atka mackerel get?
The Atka mackerel grows to a maximum of about 57 cm.
Is the Atka mackerel dangerous to humans?
No, the Atka mackerel is harmless to humans.
Is the Atka mackerel edible?
Yes, the Atka mackerel is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Pleurogrammus
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