Where Does Japanese Jack Mackerel Live?

Japanese Jack Mackerel lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Japanese Jack Mackerel

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in coastal waters from the surface down to about 275 meters (900 feet), but most commonly in the upper 100 meters.

Environment

Pelagic-neritic, inhabiting continental shelves and slopes. Forms large schools, often near the seabed during the day and dispersing into the water column at night.

Geographic range

Northwest Pacific Ocean, from the southern coast of Japan, Korean Peninsula, East China Sea, and Yellow Sea, extending south to the coast of Vietnam.

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