Indian Scad and Similar Species
Decapterus russelli
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Open the appSeveral fish can be confused with Indian Scad. Here are the key differences.
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Round Scad
Decapterus punctatus
Key differences: D. punctatus has a longer pectoral fin, typically reaching beyond the origin of the second dorsal fin, and generally fewer lateral line scutes (24-40, but often fewer than D. russelli's typical range).
Mackerel Scad
Decapterus macarellus
Key differences: D. macarellus has a more slender body, a longer pectoral fin, and a higher number of soft rays in the second dorsal fin (33-38 vs. 29-33 in D. russelli).
Redtail Scad
Decapterus tabl
Key differences: D. tabl typically has a reddish caudal fin and a longer pectoral fin, often reaching the origin of the second dorsal fin. It also has a slightly different count of lateral line scutes and fin rays.
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