Pacific Sierra Mackerel
Scomberomorus sierra
FR Thazard sierra · ES Sierra del Pacífico · PT Cavala-sierra
Also known as: SierraSpanish MackerelSerruchoCavalaSierra del PacíficoThazard sierraCavala-sierra
PelagicBoat
Gamefish
Score
—
Prime time
Warm months; daylight, following bait
Depth
5–60m
Platform
Boat
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak Jul–SepGood Jun–Oct
Depth range
5–60mDeep
Best fishing techniques
Trolling60%
Sabiki under lights60%
Findr bio
Kelp-lane hunter — beside reef drop-offs and waits in shade then surges; Natural Baits On Light Fluoro.
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
Open seaShallow water
Recommended baits
Fish baitsSpinnersSurface luresPrawns
Diet
Small fishAnchovyHerringCrabSquid
Effective techniques
TrollingSpinningJigging
Gear
Best times
DawnDayDusk
I flash neon blue at capture, then fade — theatre kid energy.
Field notes
Where to find them
Eastern Pacific warm coastal waters
Where they hang out
Nearshore to offshore, surface layer
Prime time
Warm months; daylight, following bait
Tide game
Low; current edges and bait activity matter most
What they're into
Trolled lures, live bait
Temperature vibe
Prefers 22–28°C
Fave weather
Calm-to-moderate seas best
Fun fact about me
I flash neon blue at capture, then fade — theatre kid energy.
Dinner material?
6/10Edible, nothing special
Play by the rules
Bag/size limits common — check locallyState/national fisheries agency
Looking after them
Least Concern