Coach-whip Trevally
NameCoach-whip Trevally
Scientific NameCarangoides caeruleopinnatus
Common NamesCoach-whip Trevally, Coastal Trevally, Turrum
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)23.6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust marine fish, Large groupers (in very large tanks), Large snappers (in very large tanks)
Description
The Coach-whip Trevally is a large, silvery, predatory marine fish characterized by its deep body and a distinctive elongated ray in its dorsal fin. Native to the tropical Indo-Pacific, it inhabits coastal waters and reefs. Due to its significant size and active nature, it requires extremely large aquariums and is considered an expert-level species.
