Fishing for Indian mackerel

Rastrelliger kanagurta

The Indian mackerel is a small, pelagic fish known for its streamlined body and forked tail. It typically measures around 10-12 inches and weighs 1-2 pounds. Found in warm coastal waters, it feeds on plankton and small fish. Known for its schooling behavior, the Indian mackerel is an important species in commercial fisheries across the Indo-Pacific region. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

66 ft - 295 ft

IUCN Status

Data deficient

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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