Scad

Scad

Scad are very similar in appearance to mackerel. They have silver flanks, white belly with a soft bluish or green tinge on the back. They reach lengths of 27 cm. Scad are harvested in several European countries and are a popular fish food. Schools of scad are eaten by many predators. Scad are found primarily in European waters, including both the Black and Mediterranean Seas.
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