Gnathanodon speciosus

Jacks

  • Golden trevally
  • Gold-Makrele
  • Carangue jaune

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 0 and 40 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • Lives in large groups
  • The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 120 cm
  • Maximum age known : 20 year(s)
  • 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