Fishing for Snake mackerel

Gempylus serpens

The snake mackerel is a slender, elongated fish found in tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. It typically measures 35-40 inches and weighs around 3-5 pounds. With sharp teeth and a streamlined body, it preys on smaller fish and squid. Preferring deep waters, it exhibits nocturnal behavior, ascending to shallower depths at night to hunt. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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