Reproduction of Scomber scombrus
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Main Ref. Collette, B.B. and C.E. Nauen, 1983
Mode dioecism
Fertilization external
Mating type
Spawning frequency one clear seasonal peak per year
Batch spawner Yes.   Ref.  Watson, J.J., I.G. Priede, P.R. Witthames and A. Owori-Wadunde, 1992
Reproductive guild nonguarders
open water/substratum egg scatterers
Parental Care none
Description of life cycle and mating behavior
Search for more references on reproduction Scirus
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Entered by Luna, Susan M. on 10.19.90
Modified by Luna, Susan M. on 06.01.16
Checked by Torres, Armi G. on 03.29.95
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