Short Mackerel
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Short Mackerel
Batu
Rastrelliger brachysoma
Scombridae
20.8 cm [max to 34.5 cm FL]
4.4 cm
102 gms
Marine, brackish

Near river mouth. Form schools. Feeds on planktons.
Low priced. Softer texture fresh than Indian Mackerel[Kembong]
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