The Almaco jack is a robust, fast-swimming fish found in warm oceanic waters. It features a streamlined body with a dark bluish-green back and silvery sides. Typically reaching 30-50 inches and weighing 20-50 pounds, it preys on smaller fish and invertebrates. Almaco jacks are known for their schooling behavior and are often found near reefs and offshore structures. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Almaco jack
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Almaco jack
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Almaco jack
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