Bigeye Trevally
Caranx sexfasciatus
- Group: Jack
- Typical depth: 0–146 m
- Max size: 1.2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A large trevally of reef associated coastal and oceanic waters, the bigeye trevally gathers in big stationary schools by day and breaks off to hunt alone at night. Its large eyes suit that nocturnal feeding. Eating it carries a risk of ciguatera poisoning.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangiformes › Carangidae › Caranx
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218404.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bigeye Trevally live?
- The Bigeye Trevally (Caranx sexfasciatus) is typically found at 0–146 m.
- Is the Bigeye Trevally dangerous to divers?
- The Bigeye Trevally is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bigeye Trevally get?
- The Bigeye Trevally grows to about 1.2 m.