Grey Mackerel
NameGrey Mackerel
Scientific NameScomberomorus semifasciatus
Common NamesGrey Mackerel, Broad-barred Spanish Mackerel, Broadbar Mackerel
FamilyScombridae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Northern Australia, Southern New Guinea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10000
Max Size (Inches)47
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust pelagic marine fish in public aquarium settings
Description
The Grey Mackerel is a large, fast-swimming predatory marine fish native to the Indo-West Pacific. It possesses a streamlined body, silvery coloration, and often faint vertical bars, making it an efficient hunter in open waters. Due to its significant size and pelagic nature, this species is exclusively suitable for very large public aquarium exhibits.
