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A slim silvery scad with a row of bony scutes along its lateral line and large eyes, forming dense schools that feed on plankton and small fish. It is an abundant, accessible catch all along the Egyptian Mediterranean coast.
Coastal pelagic water over sandy shelves, harbours and open inshore zones in large schools
Schools near harbours and breakwaters at dusk, often under lights at night
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Light spin rod or a string — small, fast schooling fish that also make excellent .
A or small shiny lure through the school — also catch a few for .
Eating & safety
Watch the sharp scutes and dorsal spines when handling.
Stung or poisoned? First-aid steps →Best conditions: Schools near harbours and breakwaters at dusk, often under lights at night
The bony scutes along its side give the horse mackerel a rough 'zipper' feel and inspired its German name 'Bastardmakrele'.