Horse Mackerel Animal Pictures

Trachurus Trachurus

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Yellowfin horse mackerel swimming in an aquarium underwater

Yellowfin horse mackerel
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The horse mackerel’s common name derives from a legend that other smaller fishes would ride on its back on long journeys.

Japanese horse mackerel isolated on white background

Japanese horse mackerel
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While they normally congregate in schools with other mackerel, horse mackerels will readily form schools with other fish for safety.Â