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Atka mackerel
Atka mackerel caught near Homer, Alaska, United States
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Perciformes
Suborder: Cottoidei
Family: Hexagrammidae
Genus: Pleurogrammus
Species:
P. monopterygius
Binomial name
Pleurogrammus monopterygius
(Pallas, 1810)
Synonyms
  • Labrax monopterygius Pallas, 1810

The Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) is a species of greenling, a ray-finned fish in the family Hexagrammidae. Atka mackerel are common in the northern Pacific Ocean, and are one of only two members of the genus Pleurogrammus – the other being the Arabesque greenling (Pleurogrammus azonus). The Atka mackerel was named for Atka Island (Atx̂ax̂[1] in Aleut), the largest island of the Andreanof islands, a branch of the Aleutians.

Taxonomy

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The Atka mackerel was originally described under the genus Labrax, but has since been moved to Pleurogrammus. Both names are attributed to Peter Simon Pallas, who published his description of the fish in 1810, roughly a year before his death.[2]

Atka mackerel were once considered to be synonymous with Arabesque greenlings.[3] The combined species would have been called the Okhotsk Atka mackerel, a name now used only for the greenling. The two fishes are, in reality, two distinct species.[4]

Despite its name, it is not closely related to true mackerels of the family Scombridae, in actuality, the Atka mackerel is most closely related to the lingcod and greenlings, and more distantly to sculpins and lumpfishes.[5]

Description

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A closeup of the head and face of an Atka mackerel.

Able to live up to 14 years,[6] the largest Atka mackerel recorded was 56.5 centimetres (22.2 in) long;[6] the heaviest recorded weight was 2.0 kilograms (4.4 lb).[7] Adults have five vertical, blackish bands on their bodies,[8] which are normally yellowish. Atka mackerel can be distinguished from other, similar species by the number of spines and rays that they have on their fins. They have 21 spines, and anywhere from 25–29 rays on their dorsal fins, and only one spine (but 24–26 rays) on their anal fins.[9]

Distribution and habitat

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The Bering sea and Aleutian chain as seen from space

Found exclusively in the northern Pacific, Atka mackerel are known from the Sea of Japan and the waters off Hokkaido, as well as the southern Kuril Islands, and from Stalemate and Bowers Bank in the Aleutian chain to Icy bay, Alaska.[10][9] They can also be rarely seen as far south as Redondo Beach, California.[9]

Atka mackerel can generally be found from the intertidal zone to depths up to 575 metres (1,886 ft).[11]

Migration and breeding

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They migrate from shelves to coastal waters to spawn which occurs (in the Aleutians) from July to September. Their eggs adhere to crevices in the rocks, and incubate for 40–45 days. Males guard the clutches of eggs until they hatch.[12]

Ecology

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The fish feed on copepods and euphausiids. They are, in turn, preyed upon by several species such as bony fishes, (coho salmon, sablefish, Polypera simushirae, Pacific cod, Pacific halibut, and Arrowtooth flounder) mammals (Steller's sea lion), birds (Thick-billed murre), and rays (the Aleutian skate, White-blotched skate, and the Alaska skate) and an important food source for birds, other fish and mammals.[9][13]

Fisheries

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Atka mackerel are used as food in the Aleutian chain, and can be caught as game fish. American ichthyologist David Starr Jordan wrote about fishing for Atka mackerel on May 28, 1892, in American Food and Game Fishes:

The fish were in schools and it was easy to get great numbers; in fact, one would be kept very busy hauling in the fish and taking them off the hook... When first hooked they would come up very readily, in fact they seemed to swim upward until near the surface when they would become alarmed and dart back and forth in their efforts to free themselves. The sport was very exciting. During 4 hours fishing 9 persons with 26 lines took 585 fish... And as our ship was out of fresh meat of every kind, all these fish were soon eaten by the officers and crew.[14]

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The Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) is a species of greenling in the family , characterized by its body, five broad blackish bands on adults, and fin configuration including 21 dorsal spines and 25–29 dorsal soft rays. It inhabits the North Pacific Ocean, where it reaches a maximum total length of 56.5 cm and weight of 2.0 kg, attaining maturity at around 32.5 cm and living up to 15 years. Distributed across boreal waters from the and eastern in the west to the and south to (spanning latitudes 64°N to 34°N and longitudes 130°E to 118°W), Atka mackerel prefer demersal habitats over reefs and hard bottoms, ranging from the to depths of 720 m. Seasonally, they migrate to shallower inshore areas (75–150 m) in summer for spawning and deeper offshore waters (141–200 m) in winter, with distributions influenced by rocky substrates and water depths under 200 m. Biologically, Atka mackerel exhibit a polygynandrous typical of their family, spawning twice per year from May to , during which males guard and fan eggs deposited in rock crevices until they hatch after 40–45 days; they reach 50% maturity at age 3.6 years. Their diet consists primarily of such as copepods and euphausiids, with occasional small fish, while they serve as prey for groundfish, seabirds, and marine mammals including the endangered . Commercially significant since the 1970s, particularly in U.S. waters of the , , and , Atka mackerel fisheries have seen recent annual landings (2020–2024) of 50,000–72,000 metric tons, supporting a multimillion-dollar industry while raising ecological concerns due to their trophic role.

Taxonomy

Classification

The Atka mackerel, Pleurogrammus monopterygius, is classified within the kingdom Animalia, phylum Chordata, class , order , family , genus Pleurogrammus, and species monopterygius. This placement situates it among the greenlings, a group of marine ray-finned fishes characterized by their semi-demersal habits in cold northern waters. The species was first described by the German naturalist Peter Simon Pallas in 1810, under the original binomial name Labrax monopterygius, based on specimens from the North Pacific. The genus Pleurogrammus was later established in 1861 by Theodore Nicholas Gill to accommodate this and related forms, reflecting refinements in ichthyological taxonomy. Within the genus Pleurogrammus, the Atka mackerel is distinguished from its close relative, the Okhotsk Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus azonus), primarily by morphological traits such as fin ray counts; for instance, P. monopterygius typically has 21 dorsal spines and 25–29 dorsal soft rays, compared to 21–23 dorsal spines and 23–27 dorsal soft rays in P. azonus, along with differences in anal fin ray numbers (24–26 versus 24–25) and lateral line patterns. These distinctions support their recognition as separate species, with P. azonus more restricted to the western North Pacific. Despite its common name, the Atka mackerel is not a true mackerel from the family Scombridae, to which pelagic species like the Atlantic mackerel belong; the name arises from a superficial resemblance in body shape and elongate form, combined with its association with in Alaska's Aleutian chain, where it was notably observed and named locally.

Etymology

The scientific name Pleurogrammus monopterygius originates from classical Greek roots. The name Pleurogrammus combines pleuro-, meaning "side," with grammus, meaning "line," in reference to the five lateral-line canals present on each side of the fish. The species epithet monopterygius derives from mono-, meaning "single" or "one," and pterygius, meaning "fin," alluding to the species' single continuous , which distinguishes it from other greenlings with separate dorsal fins. The common English name "Atka mackerel" is derived from (Atx̂ax̂ in the ), the largest island in the Andreanof Islands group of the Aleutian chain, where the is abundant and was first documented in Western scientific literature during explorations in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The term "" is a , as P. monopterygius belongs to the greenling family rather than the true mackerels (family ); it was likely applied due to the fish's elongated body shape resembling that of mackerels, despite significant biological differences. In Russian-speaking regions, particularly around the , it is commonly known as терпуг северный одноперый (terpug severnyy odnoperyy), translating to "northern one-finned greenling" or "northern one-finned terpug," reflecting both its geographic distribution and fin morphology.

Description

Physical Characteristics

The Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) has an elongated and compressed body, characteristic of its semi-pelagic lifestyle, with a shape that tapers toward the caudal peduncle. The overall coloration is typically yellowish-brown on the sides and dorsum, accented by five irregular, broad blackish vertical bands that extend from the dorsal region to the ventral surface, providing among substrates. The head is relatively large in proportion to the body, featuring a small terminal mouth and large eyes, with the upper jaw length measuring approximately 37–40% of the head length (or head length 2.5–2.7 times the upper jaw length). The is continuous, lacking a distinct notch, and consists of 21 spines followed by 25–29 soft rays, while the anal fin has 1 spine and 24–26 soft rays. Pectoral fins are notably long and pointed, with standard 5.7–6.6 times the pectoral fin (or pectoral fin approximately 15–18% of standard ), and are positioned such that the ventral fins insert posterior to the base of the pectoral fins; the caudal fin is bifurcate with equal upper and lower lobes. Scales are small and ctenoid, covering the body, fin insertions, and portions of the head, but absent on the and interorbital region. The system comprises five lines, with the primary continuous line originating at the occiput, running parallel to the base, and ending at the caudal peduncle, featuring 60–70 pored scales. Sexual dimorphism is evident, particularly during the breeding season, when males grow larger—reaching a maximum total length of 56.5 cm compared to females at about 35 cm standard length—and exhibit heightened coloration, shifting from greenish-gray to bright or orange with intensified black bands, while females retain a more subdued mottled gray-blue pattern with low-contrast bars. Unlike some other greenlings in the family, Atka mackerel lack barbels or cirri on the head or chin.

Growth and Lifespan

The Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) exhibits rapid growth during its early life stages, reaching lengths of approximately 20 cm within the first 2–3 years before the rate slows significantly. Growth is described by the von Bertalanffy growth function, with parameters varying by region; for example, in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands, the asymptotic length (L∞) is approximately 43–46 cm, the growth coefficient (K) is 0.38 per year, and the hypothetical age at zero length (t0) is -0.03 years. In the Gulf of Alaska, L∞ ranges from 47–55 cm, K from 0.22–0.61 per year, and t0 from -2.78 to 0.38 years, reflecting faster initial growth in this area. The maximum reported length is 56.5 cm total length, with a corresponding maximum weight of about 2.0 kg based on length-weight relationships. Otolith aging from Alaskan populations indicates size-at-age variations, with fish in the eastern Aleutians growing larger (e.g., 39 cm at age 5) compared to the western Aleutians (36 cm at age 5), attributed to differences in prey quality and environmental factors. Sexual maturity is attained at lengths of 31–38 cm and ages of 3–5 years, with 50% maturity occurring at around 3.6 years across Alaskan populations. Females typically reach 50% maturity at 33–38 cm depending on the region, while males mature slightly earlier and at smaller sizes, often around 30–35 cm, though specific sex-differentiated length data show overlap in the 30–40 cm range. The lifespan of Atka mackerel extends up to 15–17 years, as determined by otolith annuli analysis, with many individuals surviving beyond 10 years in surveyed populations. Regional differences in longevity are minimal, but growth trajectories influence overall body size at older ages, with Aleutian fish showing phenotypic adaptations to local conditions.

Distribution and Habitat

Geographic Range

The Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) is endemic to the , with its native range spanning from the middle eastward to the . This distribution includes key areas such as the (with rare occurrences), the , waters around and the southern , the , the , and extending southward to Icy Bay in . The species is absent from the southern and the Atlantic, reflecting its strict confinement to northern temperate and continental shelf environments. The core geographic range centers on the continental shelf waters of (including eastern and the northern ), (particularly around ), and the (, with concentrations in the and ). Populations are most abundant along the Aleutian chain and adjacent areas, where the species forms large aggregations, while densities taper off toward the periphery of this range. There are no records of introduced populations outside this native extent. Historical records document occasional southward expansions, including rare vagrant occurrences as far south as Redondo Beach, California, at approximately 34°N latitude, with such sightings noted in the 19th and 20th centuries. These southern records, primarily single specimens, suggest episodic extensions possibly influenced by climatic variations in ocean conditions during that period. In the western portion of the range, isolated captures in the northern Sea of Japan, such as in Peter the Great Bay during the late 20th century, further highlight these infrequent dispersals beyond the typical distribution.

Habitat Preferences

Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) are gregarious, semi-pelagic and semi-demersal fish closely associated with rocky reefs, hard bottoms, and kelp beds across their range. They occupy depths from the to 720 m, though nesting and primary abundances are concentrated between 15 m and 250 m, with optimal foraging and reproductive depths typically in the 50–200 m range. These preferences align with cold boreal waters of the North Pacific, where they favor environments with strong tidal currents over rough, uneven substrates to support schooling, feeding, and shelter. Temperature tolerances for Atka mackerel span 2–12°C, with preferences for cooler conditions around 3–5°C in adult habitats and optimal embryonic development between 9–13°C. Salinity requirements exceed 17 ppt across life stages, consistent with fully marine conditions in their coastal and shelf environments, typically 30–34 ppt in the North Pacific boreal zone. Substrate selection emphasizes , cobble, boulders, slabs, and ridges for shelter and nesting, while soft sediments and high densities are generally avoided due to limited structural support and potential stagnation risks. Seasonal habitat shifts reflect behavioral adaptations, with individuals moving to deeper offshore waters (up to 193 m) during winter and shallower inshore areas (as low as 88 m) in summer to exploit feeding opportunities near reefs. These patterns maintain associations with hard-bottom features year-round, though minimal depth variation occurs in some locales like Amchitka Island (125–175 m).

Life Cycle

Reproduction

Atka mackerel exhibit a protracted spawning season that varies by region, occurring from July to in the , with a peak in early . Females engage in batch spawning, releasing 5–10 clutches of eggs over the season in a where they mate with multiple males. Potential annual is approximately 40,000 eggs for a typical mature female of about 40 cm in length, increasing with body size. The eggs are demersal and , with diameters exceeding 2 mm, allowing them to attach firmly to substrates. Following spawning, males provide exclusive by guarding the egg masses in rocky crevices or on substrates, defending territories and fanning the eggs with their pectoral fins to ensure oxygenation. This brooding period lasts 40–45 days until , during which males remain vigilant from late summer into fall. Upon hatching, the neustonic larvae (~10 mm in length) enter a pelagic stage, dispersing in the water column before settling to the benthos; the duration and exact settlement size are not well documented. The population sex ratio is approximately 1:1, and while rare cases of intersexuality have been observed, protogynous hermaphroditism remains unconfirmed, with the species generally regarded as gonochoristic.

Migration Patterns

Atka mackerel exhibit distinct seasonal vertical migrations, moving to deeper offshore waters of 140–200 meters during winter months ( to ) for overwintering, where populations are well-mixed by sex. In summer (May to October), they shift to shallower inshore depths of 80–140 meters, coinciding with spawning activities in key areas. Regional variations in these patterns are evident across their range. In the , particularly around passes like Seguam, Amchitka, and , the seasonal depth shifts are pronounced, with post-spawning movements observed northward along the . In contrast, populations in the , such as those around seamounts like Petrel Bank, show minimal seasonal relocation, remaining localized with little variation in depth or distribution year-round, primarily as a feeding ground. Atka mackerel are gregarious and form large schools, typically aggregating in groups over rocky substrates in areas with strong currents, often spanning less than 200 meters horizontally. These schools follow currents and are influenced by gradients, contributing to their localized clustering during migrations. Tagging studies using tag-release-recapture methods have confirmed limited horizontal movements, with recaptures indicating displacements of less than 70 kilometers from release sites, and no evidence of long-distance migrations typical of pelagic species. In the , such as Seguam Pass, recaptures after 37 to 107 days showed strong fidelity to local aggregations, with sex-specific differences where males exhibited slightly greater mobility during spawning periods.

Ecology

Diet and Feeding

Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) are primarily carnivorous, with diets dominated by across life stages. Juveniles, typically smaller than 25 cm in fork length, primarily consume calanoid copepods and other such as , which can comprise up to 35% and 33% of their diet by weight, respectively. Adults shift to larger prey, including euphausiids (e.g., Thysanoessa inermis and Thysanoessa raschii, accounting for 22–29% of diet weight), polychaetes (about 0.6%), and small fish such as walleye pollock (Gadus chalcogrammus) codlings and mesopelagic species like northern smoothtongue (Leuroglossus schmidti), which together make up less than 10% but increase with size. Diet composition varies by location; for example, Atka mackerel at Seguam Pass consume a more energetically rich diet of euphausiids and , while at Amchitka Island copepods dominate. Atka mackerel employ opportunistic strategies, ambushing prey in mid-water columns or near the bottom in areas of strong water mixing, such as tidal passes, where planktonic and benthic organisms aggregate. models indicate that their daily ration ranges from 5–10% of body weight, supporting high growth rates in prey-rich environments, with consumption estimated from stomach fullness and evacuation rates. Diet composition exhibits seasonal shifts, with crustaceans like euphausiids and copepods comprising a larger proportion (up to 70–80% by weight) in summer months (June–August), reflecting peak availability. In fall, piscivory increases with spawning-related on eggs, while overall feeding intensity may decline outside spawning periods (November–April). Stomach content analyses from over 2,000 samples from summer and fall confirm that dominate the diet at approximately 90% of total diet weight during these periods, with shifts driven by prey abundance. Stable isotope studies and diet analyses place Atka mackerel at a of approximately 3.4, positioning them as mid-level carnivores in North Pacific food webs, with δ¹⁵N enrichment indicating ontogenetic shifts toward higher-protein prey.

Predators and Interactions

Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) serve as prey for a variety of marine predators in the North Pacific, particularly in the and regions. Key predators include (Oncorhynchus kisutch) and (Gadus macrocephalus), which consume Atka mackerel as part of their diet during foraging in coastal and shelf waters. Seabirds such as thick-billed murres (Uria lomvia) also prey on Atka mackerel, targeting them among other schooling fish species in near-surface waters. Marine mammals, notably Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus), are significant predators, with Atka mackerel forming a dominant component of their diet in the . Within the food web, Atka mackerel play a crucial role as an important , linking lower trophic levels to higher predators and supporting dynamics in the Aleutian region. They comprise a substantial portion of the Steller sea lion diet, with frequency of occurrence exceeding 90% during the breeding season in scat samples from the western Aleutians. This prey relationship underscores their vulnerability to top-down pressures from declining predator populations, such as the endangered , which relies on dense aggregations of Atka mackerel near rookeries. Atka mackerel face competition from other demersal and pelagic for resources and space on the continental shelf. Potential competitors include juvenile (Anoplopoma fimbria) during years of strong recruitment and (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) when abundance is limited, potentially influencing Atka mackerel growth rates through resource partitioning. As members of the greenling family (), they may also overlap with congeners like the Arabesque greenling (Pleurogrammus azonus) in benthic foraging niches, though direct competition data remain limited. Gadiform fishes, such as , share similar prey preferences and habitats, exacerbating interspecific pressures in high-density areas. Parasitic interactions further shape Atka mackerel , with trematodes like Lecithaster gibbosus infecting the intestine, pyloric caeca, and , and Steganoderma formosum affecting fins, , and musculature. parasites, including Lepeophtheirus parviventris on gills and , contribute to external burdens that may impact swimming efficiency and health. No significant symbiotic relationships have been documented for Atka mackerel.

Fisheries and Management

Commercial Exploitation

The commercial for Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) primarily operates in the and (BSAI) regions of , where the species' distribution concentrates around key passes such as Unimak and Akutan, as well as along the Aleutian chain. These areas support directed fishing efforts targeting adult fish, which aggregate in depths typically shallower than 200 meters. The employs bottom trawls as the dominant gear type, with longline and methods also utilized, particularly in mixed-species operations involving . Historical catches of Atka mackerel expanded rapidly in the late , peaking at over 100,000 metric tons (mt) in the mid-1990s, with landings reaching 103,000 mt in 1996 amid growing demand for groundfish in the . This surge followed earlier developments in the 1980s, when annual harvests averaged around 34,000 mt, driven by domestic and fleets. More recently, the (NMFS) revised the 2025 total allowable catch (TAC) for BSAI Atka mackerel to 82,000 mt, reflecting updated stock projections and harvest specifications. Atka mackerel is valued as a food fish, processed into fillets and smoked products for its rich, oily flavor and high omega-3 content, with additional uses in fish meal and as bait in other fisheries. Significant portions are exported to Japan and Russia, where they support surimi production and food service markets, often via reprocessing in China. Sport fishing for the species remains minor, overshadowed by its commercial scale. Bottom trawl gear in the Atka mackerel fishery can disturb seafloor habitats, including rocky substrates preferred by the species, though management measures like temporal and spatial allocations aim to mitigate these effects. rates are generally low, typically under 5% of total catch, with observed rates for associated species like shortraker/ ranging from 0.08% to 0.2%.

Conservation Status

The Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius) has not been assessed by the , categorized as . In the United States, the (NMFS) determines that the and (BSAI) stock is not overfished and not subject to , with projected female spawning for 2025 at 116,618 metric tons, exceeding the biomass threshold of 35% unfished spawning biomass (B35% = 98,160 metric tons), indicating B/BMSY > 1. The fishery is regulated by the North Pacific Fishery Management Council (NPFMC) under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, with annual total allowable catches (TACs) established using age-structured population models that integrate survey data, catch statistics, and biological parameters. For 2025, the projected acceptable biological catch (ABC) in the BSAI is 84,676 metric tons, supporting sustainable harvest levels. Comprehensive observer programs under the North Pacific Observer Program achieve near 100% coverage of groundfish catch in trawl sectors, facilitating real-time monitoring of , discards, and compliance. Key threats include climate-driven shifts in distribution due to warming North Pacific waters, potentially affecting spawning and habitats, and benthic disturbance from , which can impact rocky reef structures preferred by the . No major population declines have been documented; instead, trends in are stable to slightly increasing, with projected total age-1+ in the BSAI at 631,261 metric tons for 2025 based on NMFS triennial bottom trawl surveys. Ongoing monitoring occurs through NMFS and Department of and Game (ADFG) surveys, providing essential data for .

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  50. https://www.alaskaseafood.org/wp-content/uploads/Japan-FY23-24_Q3_FINAL.pdf
  51. https://www.seafoodwatch.org/recommendation/mackerel/atka-mackerel-849
  52. https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1998-01-16/html/98-1155.htm
  53. https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/fedaidpdfs/AFRB.08.1.022-044.pdf
  54. https://apps-afsc.fisheries.noaa.gov/Plan_Team/2023_prept/BSAIatka.pdf
  55. https://www.alaskaseafood.org/wp-content/uploads/Form-C5-CERT-019-RFM-V1.3-Surveillance-report-mack-rock-final.pdf
  56. https://meetings.pices.int/publications/scientific-reports/Report35/Sci_Rep_35.pdf
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