Seriola dumerili (Risso, 1810)
Allied kingfish
Species recognized by R Froese & D Pauly (eds),
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- Overview
- Description
- Ecology and Distribution
- Relevance
- Biodiversity Heritage Library
- References and More Information
- Specialist Projects
- Common Names
Overview
Biology
Source and Additional Information
Inhabits deep seaward reefs; occasionally entering coastal bays. Feeds primarily on fishes such as the bigeye scad, also feeds on invertebrates (Ref. 4233). Small juveniles associate with floating plants or debris in oceanic and offshore waters. Juveniles form small schools or solitary (Ref. 5213). Utilized fresh and frozen; eaten pan-fried, broiled and baked (Ref. 9987). Reported to cause ciguatera in some areas (Ref. 26938).
