A pelagic marine fish species native to the Pacific and Indian Oceans, characterized by its streamlined body and important commercial fishery value.
ADSENSE SLOT
Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal and oceanic waters, predominantly in temperate and subtropical marine environments, typically found at depths between 0-200 meters
Ecological Role
Key mid-trophic level predator in marine ecosystems, serving as prey for larger fish, marine mammals, and seabirds; significant commercial and recreational fishing species
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth, scaleless skin with small cycloid scales; silvery-white ventral surface
- LIMBS WINGS Powerful, forked caudal fin for rapid swimming; pointed pectoral and dorsal fins for maneuverability
- HEAD SENSORY Large eyes, terminal mouth, prominent lateral line for detecting water pressure and movement
- BODY STRUCTURE Fusiform, compressed body with pointed snout; average length 30-45 cm; metallic blue-green dorsal coloration with wavy black vertical bands
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
ADSENSE VERTICAL
