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Blue jack mackerel

Trachurus picturatus

The Horse or Blue jack mackerel occur mostly along coastal areas and around seamounts. They may be found from the surface and to depths of up to 300 m.

Conservation Status

Stocks in the Azores appear to be healthy.

Principal fishing methods

Handline and bottom Line.

Biology

The maximum reported size for this species is 60 cm (2.9 kg).

Seasonality

All year round

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