Horse-eye Jack
NameHorse-eye Jack
Scientific NameCaranx latus
Common NamesHorse-eye Jack, Bigeye Jack
FamilyCarangidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Eastern Atlantic Ocean
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large jacks, Large groupers (in extremely large tanks), Large snappers, Barracudas (in extremely large tanks)
Description
The Horse-eye Jack is a large, predatory marine fish characterized by its prominent eyes, silvery body, and often a yellow caudal fin. They are fast-swimming, schooling fish found in open water and near reefs. Due to their size and predatory nature, they are only suitable for very large public aquariums.
