Mackerel is kosher according to Jewish dietary law. Snake Mackerel is Not Kosher

Is Mackerel kosher?

Yes — Mackerel is kosher under Jewish dietary law.

Snake Mackerel is Not Kosher

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Scientific name: Scomber scombrus (Atlantic) / various species
Hebrew name: מקרל
Also known as: Atlantic Mackerel, Pacific Mackerel, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo
Habitat: Atlantic, Pacific, Mediterranean, open ocean
Kosher status: Kosher