Barred Trevally
NameBarred Trevally
Scientific NameCarangoides ferdau
Common NamesBarred Trevally, Ferdau's Trevally, Bandit Trevally
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)28
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust trevallies, Large groupers, Large snappers, Sharks (in extremely large, specialized aquariums)
Description
The Barred Trevally is a large, predatory marine fish characterized by its silvery body and distinct vertical bars, which fade with age. It possesses a streamlined, compressed body shape typical of fast-swimming pelagic predators. This species is a formidable hunter in its natural reef and open water habitats.
