The Monterey Spanish mackerel is a sleek, fast-swimming fish found in the coastal waters of the Eastern Pacific. It features a streamlined body with silvery scales and faint vertical stripes. Typically reaching up to 30 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it feeds on small fish and crustaceans. Known for its migratory behavior, it thrives in warm, temperate waters. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Monterey Spanish mackerel.

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Monterey Spanish mackerel
Kattegat (Hallands län)
13 in · 1 lb 2 oz
Monterey Spanish mackerel
Channel Islands Harbor
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Monterey Spanish mackerel
Port San Luis Pier
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