Caranx melampygus

Jacks

Bluefin trevally
Blauflossen Stachelmakrele
Carangue bleue
Carángido de aleta azul
Carango pinne blu

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 1 and 190 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 117 cm
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes -

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing