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Chilean jack mackerel
Trachurus murphyi
Photo: C. Ortiz Rojas · Public domain
Knowing the Chilean jack mackerel (Trachurus murphyi) well helps you decide where and when to dive for it. It usually frequents open water and is found between 5 and 40 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is it moves in schools, which shapes how to approach it.
It's an accessible catch, good for beginners. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 2 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: it moves in schools.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| Peru | 31 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Jurel del Pacífico (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Chilean jack mackerel?
It depends on the area. For example, Peru: 31 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Chilean jack mackerel found?
Usually between 5 and 40 m, mostly over open water.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “very easy”. It is also it moves in schools. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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