Mackerel or Atlantic Mackerel (Scomber Scombrus) belongs to the Scombridae family. Blue fish with a high content of Omega-3 fatty acids. Excellent source of proteins. Source of minerals and vitamins.

It is an abundant and highly appreciated fish.

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Characteristics

Elongated and slightly compressed body covered with very small scales, eyes protected by a fatty eyelid. Two dorsal fins, small fins (pinnules) near the tail. Blue-greenish in colour, with numerous broad oblique black sinuous lines, very marked, silver-white flanks and belly, without dark spots.

It is an oily fish.

Catching

The gears used for fishing this species are trawling and purse seining.

Catching area: ( FAO 27 ) Atlantic Northeast

Presentation

Whole fish refrigerated in ice water and salt.

Packaging: bulk

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