Amberstripe scad (Decapterus muroadsi) is a saltwater species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan, United States. It is found at depths of 1–320 m.
Scientific name: Decapterus muroadsi · Water: Saltwater
Size: up to 50 cm
The amberstripe scad is a carangid; adults are pelagic and school in both oceanic and inshore waters, feeding mainly on planktonic invertebrates. Its depth range is unusually wide, recorded from 1 m down to 320 m. Commonly about 30 cm and up to 50 cm fork length, with a fishing vulnerability of 41 out of 100 and medium population recovery. Medium priced and sold fresh, salted or dried.
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