Fishing for Mackerel scad

Decapterus macarellus

The mackerel scad is a small, streamlined fish commonly found in tropical and subtropical oceans. It typically measures 10-12 inches in length and weighs around 1 pound. This species has a silvery body with a bluish-green back. Mackerel scads feed on plankton and small invertebrates, often forming large schools in coastal and offshore waters. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Mackerel scad

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Baía de Jacuacanga

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