Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Scomberomorus commerson · skom-ber-OM-or-us KOM-er-son
diurnalschoolsNear Threatened
EdibleUnfriendly
Superpower
Razor-edged teeth and a torpedo body let it shear through bait schools at speed.
At a glance
- Size
- typically 90 cm, up to 240 cm
- Lifespan
- 10–22 years
- Depth
- 0–100 m
Habitat
Coastal waters and reef edges.
Diet
Small schooling fish, squid and shrimp.
Can I eat it?
Yes — edible · tastiness 9/10.
How to cook: Grilled steaks or kinilaw — the premium 'tanigue/tanguige'.
Fun facts
- Tanigue is one of the most sought-after eating fish in the Philippines.
- It is a favourite for kinilaw, the Filipino ceviche.
- It has narrow vertical bars along its sides when young.