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 Physical Characteristics:

The Indian Mackerel is a stout fish with a moderately deep body, a head that is longer than the body depth, and maxilla that are partly concealed by the lacrimal bone.

The Indian Mackerel has thin dark longitudinal bands on the upper part of the body, which may be golden on fresh specimens.

The fish also has a black spot on the body near the lower margin of the pectoral fin.

The dorsal fins are yellowish with black tips, while the caudal and pectoral fins are yellowish, and the remaining fins are dusky.

- Size:

The Indian Mackerel can reach a maximum fork length of 35 centimeters (14 in), but are generally around 25 centimeters (9.8 in) in length.

- Habitat and Diet:

The Indian Mackerel is generally found in shallow, coastal waters, where the surface water temperature is at least 17 °C (63 °F).

Adult Indian Mackerel feed on macroplankton including the larvae of shrimp and fish.

- Taste:

The Indian Mackerel has a milder fishy taste than others in the mackerel family.

- Culinary Use:

The Indian Mackerel is easy to clean and is often fried whole or used in stir-fries and curries.