decapterus

• Gênero de peixes marinhos da família Carangidae, conhecidos popularmente como xaréus ou charros; inclui espécies como o xaréu-pretinho e a cavala.

A genus of fish, commonly known as scads, especially the mackerel scad, found in oceans worldwide.

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   A genus of fish in the family Carangidae, commonly known as scads or mackerel scads, found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide.

   Gênero de peixes

   • Decapterus species are often caught for commercial fishing.
   • The mackerel scad, Decapterus macarellus, is a common example.
   • Decapterus fish are known for their streamlined bodies and schooling behavior.

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