Mackerel

Description: A distant cousin of the Tuna, Mackerel are small in size and are identified by their Tiger like stripes on the top of their backs. They are silvery in colour and are roughly bullet shaped.

Where does it live: Mackerel can be found around the UK waters up until the Autumn. They like the warmer waters and will migrate away to spawn in the colder months.

When is it in season: Spring and Summer

What does it eat: They hunt mid to shallow depths and feed on smaller fish.

Size: 30-35cm.