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known as: narrow breed Spanish mackerel

Grows to a maximum length 235cm.

General Features: Has a long compressed body from both sides covered with tiny scales which are almost invisible, giving the fish a slicked blue gray colour from the top along with silver specks and several irregular bars on the sides. Their Habitat: Commonly found near the shoreline or the beach.

Diet: Preys on other fish, especially pelagic fish.

Known as: Hound needlefish

Grows to a maximum length 125cm.

General Features: Its long body is covered with scales and a circular dark green colour on its upper parts, while its bottom parts are silvery and dark blue lines appear on its sides. Their Habitat: Appears in shallow or surface waters.

Diet: Small pelagic fish and shrimp.