Golden-striped Mackerel
NameGolden-striped Mackerel
Scientific NameRastrelliger kanagurta
Common NamesIndian Mackerel, Striped Mackerel
FamilyScombridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Melanesia, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)100000
Max Size (Inches)13.8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-85
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNot suitable for typical home aquariums, Large pelagic fish (e.g., larger jacks, other mackerel species) in public aquarium settings
Description
The Golden-striped Mackerel (*Rastrelliger kanagurta*) is a schooling, pelagic marine fish native to the Indo-Pacific. Characterized by its silvery body and often faint golden stripes, it is an important commercial species. These active carnivores primarily feed on zooplankton and small invertebrates.
