Black Trevally
NameBlack Trevally
Scientific NameCaranx lugubris
Common NamesBlack Trevally, Black Jack, Black Kingfish
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Atlantic Ocean, Tropical and Subtropical Waters
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)36
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther very large, robust, and fast-swimming predatory marine fish (in extremely large public aquarium settings)
Description
The Black Trevally is a large, predatory marine fish characterized by its deep body, silvery coloration, and distinctive scutes along its lateral line. Found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific and Atlantic, it is a powerful swimmer. Due to its immense size and predatory nature, it is unsuitable for most home aquariums and typically seen only in public aquariums.
