Atlantic mackerel fishing

The Atlantic mackerel (Scomberomorus maculatus), sometimes also called the painted mackerel, is a species of the mackerel family. Its English name is atlantic Spanish mackerel. It is found in the Atlantic Ocean in Mexican, Gulf of Mexico and Florida waters. They have very sharp teeth and can weigh up to 6kg. It is very similar to theking mackerel and the sierra.

While the Atlantic mackerel has yellow dots on the sides and the beginning of the dorsal fin is dark, the pike mackerel is more silvery and (large specimens) do not have the dots. In addition, the Atlantic mackerel has a lateral line that waves smoothly from the gills to the tail, the pike mackerel has a lateral line with a pronounced break at the level of the dorsal fin.

In the world there are 18 species of carites and they are highly valued as food, so they are intensively exploited by professional fishing.

Top Atlantic mackerel Fishing destinations

The Atlantic mackerel is a pelagic fish found in the Atlantic Ocean in Mexican, Gulf of Mexico and Florida waters. In spring, it is rarely fished in New York or southern Canadian waters.

Mexico

Quintana Roo

Mayan Riviera

Cancun

How to fish Atlantic mackerel

The best Techniques for fishing Atlantic mackerel is trolling with artificial lures or natural bait (squid, shrimp...). Fishing can also be done by jigging or spinning using jigs or metal spoons on the surface.

Can you eat Atlantic mackerel?

Atlantic mackerel are highly valued as food, so they are intensively exploited by professional fishing. Its meat is rich in Omega 3 being a healthy source of fatty acids. It can be fried, grilled, boiled or made into ceviche.