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Chub mackerel

Scomber japonicus · 日本鲭

Field marks

Torpedo-shaped; green-blue back with dark wavy lines; 5 finlets behind both the dorsal and anal fins

Size
Body length usually about 30 cm
Habitat
Coastal pelagic, migrating in schools
Distribution
Chinese coast
Diet
Eats small fish and zooplankton
Counted in
individuals

Profile compiled from common references; awaiting expert review.

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