Trachurus picturatus (Bowdich 1825) —Blue jack mackerel

Taxonomy. First record from Lebanon as Trachurus picturatus (Blowdich) by Mouneimné (1977: 63); subsequently recorded as Trachurus picturatus (Blowdich 1825) by Mouneimné (2002: 147–148). Material in collection: CAS.

Distribution. Mediterranean Sea, eastern Atlantic.

Conservation. IUCN: Global (LC: 10 May 2013); Med. (LC: 16 November 2007). Capture and threats: FIT, FIB, unknown. Occurrence: Rare. Low priority for conservation action .