Scomber scombrus

Atlantic mackerel | Maquereau bleu | TSN Code 172414

Global

• Species reported during the annual bottom trawl fish abundance surveys (DFO)
• Species harvested within the marine area covered in this guide (Fisheries Management Branch, Fisheries and Oceans Canada)

Specific to the species

• Colour : steely-blue with dark, wavy banding dorsally
• Pinnula (finlets) leading to the forked caudal fin

Observation(s)

• Total catch in number: 179
• Total catch in weight (kg): 32
• Maximum length of sampled individuals (mm): 336
• Minimum length of sampled individuals (mm): 95
• Mean length of sampled individuals (mm): 224
• Occurrence, 1-100 m depth (no of stations) : 9
• Occurrence, 101-200 m depth (no of stations): 6
• Occurrence, 201-300 m depth (no of stations): 8
• Occurrence, >300 m depth (no of stations): 16

Possible confusion with:

Group(s) of species

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This species is part of the following group(s):

• Other pelagic fishes

Useful link(s)

• Landings