Indo-Pacific King Mackerel
NameIndo-Pacific King Mackerel
Scientific NameScomberomorus guttatus
Common NamesIndo-Pacific King Mackerel, Spotted Spanish Mackerel, Indo-Pacific Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel
FamilyScombridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Indian Ocean, Western Pacific Ocean
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50000
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Indo-Pacific King Mackerel is a large, fast-swimming predatory fish found in tropical and subtropical waters. It has a streamlined body, iridescent silver coloration with darker spots or bars, and a deeply forked tail. This species is primarily a pelagic fish, often found in coastal waters, and is a popular target for commercial and recreational fishing.
