How to Use king mackerel in a Sentence

king mackerel

noun
  • Their much larger cousins, king mackerel, are also being caught from the pier at present.
    — Frank Sargeant, al, 3 Nov. 2019
  • Avoid fish like swordfish, tilefish, and king mackerel, sticking to smaller fish like cod, tilapia, shrimp, and salmon.
    — Sarah Bradley, Parents, 22 July 2024
  • Again, due to mercury concerns, pregnant women should not eat shark, swordfish, king mackerel and tilefish.
    — Bianca Arney, baltimoresun.com, 2 May 2018
  • Everything from flat featherback to catfish to red snapper to king mackerel are displayed on ice behind the counter.
    — Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 19 Aug. 2025
  • The larger fishes tend to have higher mercury levels, including fish species such as shark, swordfish, and king mackerel.
    — Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Good Housekeeping, 25 May 2020
  • That weekend, the Ebony Anglers caught a 48-pound king mackerel to claim first place in the division.
    — Jonathan Abrams, New York Times, 1 Nov. 2020
  • Higher-mercury fish include swordfish, king mackerel, marin, orange roughy, and tilefish.
    — Korin Miller, SELF, 13 July 2018
  • The fish highest in mercury include king mackerel, marlin, bigeye tuna and swordfish.
    — Good Housekeeping, 24 Aug. 2022
  • No need to tip the hooks with squid or shrimp, but get your baits aboard quickly, as opportunistic king mackerel and barracuda love helping themselves to an easy meal.
    — David A. Brown, Field & Stream, 7 Mar. 2024
  • Use Got-Cha plugs and spoons for Spanish mackerel and possibly a king mackerel or two.
    — Mark Blythe, OrlandoSentinel.com, 18 June 2018
  • Unlike its stronger-tasting cousin the king mackerel, Spanish mackerel have a fine, delicate flavor.
    — Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Troll or drift with pogies for tarpon, snook, redfish, jacks, king mackerel, Spanish mackerel and bonito are all possible.
    — Mark Blythe, OrlandoSentinel.com, 14 July 2018
  • Mercury and other toxins are highest in large predator fish like shark, swordfish, marlin and king mackerel because toxins accumulate up the food chain.
    — Bianca Arney, baltimoresun.com, 2 May 2018
  • Atlantic mackerel contains lower levels of mercury compared to larger mackerel species, such as the king mackerel.
    — Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 24 Apr. 2026
  • On the north side of the inlet, the jetty pier stretches 1,000 feet into the ocean, luring those with fishing poles in tow to cast a line for snook, redfish, black drum, king mackerel, and more.
    — Terry Ward, Outside Online, 19 Jan. 2025
  • These can include redfish, king mackerel, grouper, snapper, tarpon and more, providing a mix of inshore and offshore fishing opportunities.
    — Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
  • Because some types, such as king mackerel, are higher in mercury, opt for lower-mercury varieties such as Atlantic or Spanish mackerel when possible.
    — Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 9 Mar. 2026
  • For many Atlantic and Gulf Coast anglers, large live menhaden (also referred to as bunker or pogies) are premier baits for tarpon, king mackerel, cobia, striped bass, bluefish, and more.
    — Bob McNally, Field & Stream, 2 Jan. 2020
  • The month sees migratory pelagics such as king mackerel and ling and dorado return to Gulf waters within boaters’ range, drawn by warming temperatures and flourishing forage.
    — Shannon Tompkins, Houston Chronicle, 23 June 2018
  • The element then enters the atmosphere and is passed up the food chain from one organism to another, sometimes accumulating in high quantities in predatory fish like shark, swordfish and king mackerel.
    — Zachary Snowdon Smith, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2022
  • Large predatory fish, in particular — such as shark, swordfish, and king mackerel — may have higher mercury levels and should be eaten in moderation, advises Hedström.
    — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Opt for Safe and Sustainable Types Bypass fish varieties high in mercury (typically shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and tuna).
    — Woman's Day, 19 Sep. 2018
  • Rent a rod to try to reel in pompano, bluefish, or king mackerel at Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier, or walk out to take in the panoramic Atlantic Ocean views over a beer (note there's a small fee for access).
    — Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026

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