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Almaco Jack

Seriola rivoliana

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Carangiformes ›Family: Carangidae ›Genus: Seriola

About

Almaco jack (Seriola rivoliana) is a game fish of the family Carangidae; they are in the same family as yellowtail and amberjack. They feed, both day and night, on other smaller fish such as baitfish and small squid. The flesh is thick and dense like tuna and can easily pass for white albacore if prepared as sushi.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Almaco Jack?
The scientific name of Almaco Jack is Seriola rivoliana.
What is the conservation status of Almaco Jack?
The Almaco Jack has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Almaco Jack belong to?
Almaco Jack belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Almaco Jack belong to?
Almaco Jack belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Almaco Jack belong to?
Almaco Jack belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Almaco Jack belong to?
Almaco Jack belongs to the order Carangiformes.
What family does Almaco Jack belong to?
Almaco Jack belongs to the family Carangidae.
What genus does Almaco Jack belong to?
Almaco Jack belongs to the genus Seriola.