Spotted Mackerel
NameSpotted Mackerel
Scientific NameScomberomorus guttatus
Common NamesSpotted Mackerel, Indo-Pacific King Mackerel, Indo-Pacific Spotted Mackerel
FamilyScombridae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Southeast Asia, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50000
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-85
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNot applicable for home aquariums
Description
The Spotted Mackerel is a large, fast-swimming predatory marine fish characterized by its distinctive dark spots along its flanks. Primarily a pelagic species, it is found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-West Pacific. Due to its significant size and active nature, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums.
