Scomber colias

Shoal builders

Atlantic chub mackerel
Mittelmeermakrele
Maquereau espagnol
Estornino del Atlántico

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 0 and 300 Meters.
Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is migrating
Lives in large groups
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 60 cm
Maximum age known : 18 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - -

Relationship with humans

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

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