Author: Bleeker, 1851
FBname: Shortfin scad
Comments: A predominately pelagic schooling species (Ref. 9283, 48635, 58302).  Occasionally seen in small groups along reef slopes adjacent to deep water in pursuit of zooplankton (Ref. 48635).  Adults feed mainly on small invertebrates (Ref. 5213).  Marketed fresh and salted or dried (Ref. 9283).