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Atlantic Horse Mackerel

Trachurus trachurus

Taxonomy

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

About

The Atlantic horse mackerel (Trachurus trachurus) is a species of jack mackerel in the family Carangidae. It gets its common name from the legend that other smaller species of fish could ride on its back over great distances. Other common names include European horse mackerel (in the U.S.), common scad, scad, and saurel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic Horse Mackerel?
The scientific name of Atlantic Horse Mackerel is Trachurus trachurus.
What kingdom does Atlantic Horse Mackerel belong to?
Atlantic Horse Mackerel belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Atlantic Horse Mackerel belong to?
Atlantic Horse Mackerel belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Atlantic Horse Mackerel belong to?
Atlantic Horse Mackerel belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Atlantic Horse Mackerel belong to?
Atlantic Horse Mackerel belongs to the order Carangiformes.
What family does Atlantic Horse Mackerel belong to?
Atlantic Horse Mackerel belongs to the family Carangidae.
What genus does Atlantic Horse Mackerel belong to?
Atlantic Horse Mackerel belongs to the genus Trachurus.