Slender Scad
Decapterus Macrosoma
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Decapterus Macrosoma
Other names
Longbodied Mackerel Scad, Longbodied Scad, Shortfin Scad, Slender Mackerel Scad
Size
Up to 35 cm (13.77 in)
Weight
Up to .85 kg (1.87 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Deeper coastal and oceanic waters, pelagic schooling fish near reef slopes & deeper waters
Depth Range
