Fishing for Arabian scad

Trachurus indicus

The Arabian scad is a slender, streamlined fish found in the warm coastal waters of the Indian Ocean. Typically reaching up to 12 inches in length and weighing around 1 pound, it features a metallic blue-green body with a distinctive lateral line. This species primarily feeds on small fish and plankton, often forming large schools for protection and foraging. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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