The difference between mackerel and Spanish mackerel

The difference between mackerel and Spanish mackerel is a question that many friends will ask, because in the food, the two kinds of fish often have differences. So what's the difference between them? Let's have a look together!

The difference between mackerel and Spanish mackerel

1. Different forms

The mackerel is stout and slightly flat, more like the shape of a hammer. It is usually 20 to 40 centimeters long and weighs about 150 to 400 grams. Spanish mackerel is long and flat on the side, showing a spindle shape, with a general body length of 25 cm and a weight of 300 kg. The maximum individual length can reach 1 meter and weigh more than 4.5 kg.

2. Different distribution ranges.

Mackerel is distributed in the western Pacific Ocean. The annual fishing season is from April to July in spring and from September to December in autumn. Spanish mackerel is distributed in the western North Pacific Ocean, with spring flood from April to June, autumn flood from July to October and peak season from May to June.

3. Different values

Mackerel is one of the most important middle and upper economic fishes in China, which is widely distributed and has high yield, which has not only edible value but also economic value. The distribution of Spanish mackerel is slightly weaker and its economic value is slightly lower than that of mackerel.

In fact, this comparison is only to let you have a more intuitive understanding of the two species, both are fish with high nutritional value, just choose according to your favorite.