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Scomberomorus concolor, commonly known as the Monterrey Spanish mackerel, is a species of mackerel found in the eastern Pacific, particularly along the coasts of Mexico and Central America. This fish is highly valued both commercially and recreationally due to its fast, agile nature and tasty flesh. It typically inhabits coastal waters and is known for its schooling behavior. Pacific sierra is a migratory species, often found in warmer waters where it feeds on smaller fish and squid.
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Length
~77" (max 87)
Weight
~2" (max 4)
Water
Salt
Depth
--15 ft
Anchovy
Aqua Dream Weedless Spoons
Bass Assassin
Clark Trolling Spoons
Clouser Deep Minnow
Crocodile Spoons
Cut Bait (Fish)
Diamond Jig
Epoxy Minnow Fly
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Pacific sierra prefer warm, coastal waters, often staying close to shorelines, bays, and estuaries
They are commonly found in areas with abundant baitfish, which make up a large part of their diet
This species tends to form schools, which can be found near the surface, making them easier to target for anglers
Their diet primarily consists of small fish, squid, and other available marine organisms, showcasing their opportunistic feeding behavior
Spawning typically occurs in warmer months, when pacific sierra migrate to specific breeding grounds in shallow coastal waters
Females release eggs into open water, where they are fertilized by males, and the larvae drift with the current until they develop
Juveniles are often found in shallower waters where they can grow with some protection from predators
As they mature, these fish gradually move to deeper waters, joining larger schools as they reach adulthood
