Trachurus picturatus

Jacks

Blue jack mackerel
Blaue Bastardmakrele
Chinchard du large
Jurel de altura
Mavrosavrido

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 1 and 370 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is migrating
Lives in large groups
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 60 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!