The false scad is classified within the genus Caranx, one of a number of groups known as the jacks or trevallies. Caranx itself is part of the … See more

The false scad is distributed throughout the tropical and temperate waters of the eastern Atlantic Ocean, although the species is more abundant in certain regions of its range. … See more

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The false scad is a moderately large species, growing to a known maximum length of 60 cm and a weight of 1 kg, although is more … See more

The false scad is a schooling species, forming large protective masses, often mingling with other semi-pelagic fishes. Like other carangid … See more

The false scad is of major importance to commercial fisheries throughout its range, with fisheries off Morocco, Senegal and in the Mediterranean taking the highest numbers of fish. … See more