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Spanish mackerel
Scomberomorus commerson
Photo: Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
Knowing the Spanish mackerel (Scomberomorus commerson) well helps you decide where and when to dive for it. It usually frequents open water and is found between 5 and 30 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is curious, it approaches the diver, which shapes how to approach it.
It's a demanding fish: it needs stealth and experience. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 2 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: curious, it approaches the diver.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| Northern Territory | 75 cm |
| Queensland | 75 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Carite estriado (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Spanish mackerel?
It depends on the area. For example, Northern Territory: 75 cm; Queensland: 75 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Spanish mackerel found?
Usually between 5 and 30 m, mostly over open water.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “hard”. It is also curious, it approaches the diver. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
Log it in Apnaut
Add this species to your collection, log your catches with their size and check the legal minimum for your area, all from your phone.
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