The narrow-barred Spanish mackerel is a large member of the mackerel family. It is widely found around Australia, the Indian Ocean, and Southeast Asian waters. It is an important commercial fish in many regions due to its expansive distribution and its sheer size, growing to around 2 meters in length. It is a voracious predator, feeding mainly on fish, squid, and shrimp, and is highly prized by fishermen and chefs around the world.