Pacific Mackerel
Edible portions Pacific mackerel is sold fresh, frozen, or cured; whole or filleted. Description of meat It has firm, oily, dark meat with a strong flavor, rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Mackerel has large bones which are easily removed from the cooked flesh. The meat spoils quickly – this fish Read more…
Seasonal availability Available year-round, though it is more abundant in summer. Regulatory and managing authority The Pacific Mackerel fishery is managed federally by the NOAA fisheries and, as established by the Magnuson-Stevens Act, the Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC) through the Coastal Pelagic Species Fishery Management Plan (CPSFMP). As established by Read more…
Taxonomic description Has a tapered, large-mouthed fish with dark blue, pointy head. Has a dark blue back with wavy dark lines, silvery green undersides. Reaches lengths up to 63 cm (25 in) and weight up to 2.7 kg (6 lbs). Swim bladder is attached to its esophagus. Has large eyes Read more…