Bigeye Trevally

Scientific Name: Caranx sexfasciatus
Species: Jacks (Carangidae)
Other names: Trevallies, Bigeye Jack, Jack Fish.

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Description

Also known as Trevallies, Bigeye Jack and Jack Fish.

Found singly in small groups or large schools, often on clear outer reefs and along deep drop-off's.
Often inquisitive of divers.
They feed on small fish.
Length - 100cm
Depth - 10-50m
Widespread Indo-Pacific

Jacks are fast swimming fish that can roam over great distances. The larger fish hunt other fish and the smaller fish eat zooplankton. In turn they are hunted by large Tuna and Dolphins. (edit)

Spotted

The Bigeye Trevally is found in or near the Indo-Pacific region(s) and has been photographed 13 times by users @fishx6 @KitBrennan

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