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Almaco Jack

Seriola rivoliana
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Regions
New England/Mid-AtlanticPacific IslandsSoutheastWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
KanpachiKampachiKahalaHawaiian yellowtailSongoro amberjackMedregalBar jackHamachiLongfin yellowtail

Species Profile

Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.

FWC
Size
Common to 35 inches (10 pounds)
Similar species
Other jack species Size: Common to 35 inches (10 pounds)
Appearance
  • Front of dorsal fin and anal fin are high and elongated
  • Deep-bodied
  • Anal fin is about 2/3 the length of the second dorsal fin
  • Sometimes dark in coloration
  • Body more compressed than banded rudderfish or greater amberjack
  • No scutes (bone-like projections) on body
Habitat
Wide-ranging in offshore waters, not a common catch. Young are associated with sargassum.
Behavior
Spawn offshore during spring, summer and fall.
Additional information
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Seafood Profile

Powered by NOAA FishWatch data. Availability and detail varies by species.

NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stock has never been assessed. The population level is unknown, but presumed stable.
Fishing rate
At recommended level.
Habitat impacts
Fishing gear used to catch almaco jack has minimal impacts on habitat.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Almaco jack has a clean, sweet, rich, slightly nutty, buttery flavor.
Texture
Fatty yet firm, and very flaky and tender.
Color
Pale pink to white.
Health benefits
High in long-chain omega-3 fatty acids.
Sources
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady