[2] It is native to the northwestern Pacific Ocean, where it occurs along the Asian coastline.

[3] This species occurs in the ocean, and it can be found near land in bays.

[4] Known as "Jeon-eo", 전어, in Korea, these fish are a seasonal specialty (autumn season) and consumed in a wide variety of ways including raw, grilled, dried, etc.

There are several "Jeon-eo" regional festivals in fall which attract large crowds.

Konosirus punctatus is also an important fish consumed in China, Japan, India and Polynesia.