The Indo-Pacific king mackerel is a streamlined, silver fish with a series of dark vertical bars along its body. It inhabits coastal waters and coral reefs, feeding on smaller fish and crustaceans. Typically reaching lengths of 24-36 inches and weighing 15-20 pounds, it is known for its fast, agile swimming and migratory behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Indo-Pacific king mackerel
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