Fishing for Pacific chub mackerel

Scomber japonicus

The Pacific chub mackerel is a streamlined, silver fish with a greenish-blue back and wavy dark lines. It inhabits coastal waters and open seas, primarily in the Pacific Ocean. Growing up to 25 inches and weighing around 2.2 pounds, it feeds on plankton and small fish. Known for its schooling behavior, it is an agile swimmer. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

? - 984 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Pacific chub mackerel

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