The Atlantic saury (Scomberesox scombroides) is a brackish-water fish of the family Scomberesocidae that grows up to 50 cm.
Description
The king saury is a slender, pelagic fish of the family Scomberesocidae from the temperate waters of the Southern Hemisphere. The species reaches about 50 cm and has a strongly elongate, silvery body with beak-like jaws and a row of small finlets behind the dorsal and anal fins. It is a schooling fish of the open sea that sometimes enters bays and inlets and feeds on small planktonic food. When fleeing predators such as tuna the fish can glide over the water surface. The flesh is esteemed, but the schools are too sporadic for large-scale fishing.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Atlantic saury?
The Atlantic saury has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Atlantic saury live?
The Atlantic saury lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Atlantic saury get?
The Atlantic saury grows to a maximum of about 50 cm. On average the species is around 30 cm.
Is the Atlantic saury dangerous to humans?
No, the Atlantic saury is harmless to humans.
Is the Atlantic saury edible?
The Atlantic saury is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Scomberesox
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