Caranx latus

Jacks

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Horse-eye jack, bigeye jack
Grossaugen-Stachelmakrele, Westatlantische Stachel
Paardeoog horsmakreel
Carangue gros-yeux, Carangue moyole
Jurel ojón, gallego
Carangide

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

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 140 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Lives in large groups
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 80 cm
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - Shrimps

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

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!