Mackerel scad
A species of Mackerel scads, Also known as Robin, Mackerel roundscad, Cigarfish Scientific name : Decapterus macarellus Genus : Mackerel scads
Mackerel scad, A species of Mackerel scads
Also known as:
Robin, Mackerel roundscad, Cigarfish
Botanical name: Decapterus macarellus
Genus: Mackerel scads
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Description
Often used as a bait fish, the mackerel scad is also consumed in some regions by frying, poaching or grilling, although it carries a risk for ciguatera poisoning. The meat is sweet and has a flavor similar to mackerel. The mackerel scad is commonly found between the open ocean and coral reefs throughout the world in tropical and temperate saltwater. A sustainable food fish, there is a large population which is not threatened.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Fish Order
Perch-like fish Family
Trevallies Genus
Mackerel scads Species
Mackerel scad 
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