Tiger Mackerel

Last: #18 - Oceanic Perch

Current: #19 - Tiger Mackerel

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The Tiger Mackerel is a diurnal Fish that can be caught in Dredge.

Fishing

When fishing for Tiger Mackerel, the game utilizes the pendulum minigame. It can also be trawled.

Pursuits

• It is the second fish the Hooded Figure in Blue will ask you to bring.

Real-Life Counterpart

• The Tiger Mackerel (Scomberomorus spp.) is a large, fast-swimming predatory fish found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic and Indo-Pacific Oceans. Known for their distinctive vertical stripes and streamlined bodies, they can grow up to 2 m (6.6 ft) in length and weigh over 100 kg (220 lb). Tiger Mackerel are highly sought after in both commercial and recreational fishing due to their strong fighting ability and delicious, firm flesh. They primarily feed on smaller fish and squid, using their speed and agility to capture prey. While populations are generally considered stable, overfishing in some areas has raised concerns about their sustainability, prompting the need for effective management strategies.

Trivia

• The Tiger Mackerel is the only non-cathemeral mackerel species in the game.