Narrow-barred Spanish mackerel
Scomberomorus commerson
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The Narrow-barred Spanish mackerel is a lessepsian migrant in satisfying populations in Cyprus. There is yet no exact information about when this fish spawns in our waters. It is a fairly large fish, as it can reach a length of 2 meters and a weight of 50 kilograms. Nevertheless, individuals of this species caught in Cyprus usually do not exceed 10 kilograms in weight. It is caught using static nets, trolling, and spearguns.
The Narrow-barred Spanish mackerel is a pelagic species that lives mainly in coastal waters at depths of no more than 200 meters. It hunts its prey, usually moving in small groups, and feeds on small fish, squid, and shrimp.
It is recommended to ask your fisher or fishmonger where the fish was caught and with which fishing method. Prefer locally harvested seafood products by coastal small-scale fisheries.
