Fishing for King mackerel
Scomberomorus cavalla
11K logged catches • 96K followers
The king mackerel is a streamlined, fast-swimming fish with a silvery body and a distinct lateral line. It primarily inhabits warm coastal waters and feeds on smaller fish and squid. Typically reaching lengths of 30-40 inches and weighing 20-40 pounds, it is known for its migratory behavior and is a popular target for sport fishing. This summary is AI generated
chastenwhitfield, Fishbrain Pro angler since 2015
Recently caught King mackerel
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Water type
Saltwater
Common depth
16 ft - 459 ft
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Reports of ciguatera poisoning
Source: Fishbase
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