Longjaw Leather Jack
NameLongjaw Leather Jack
Scientific NameScomberoides commersonnianus
Common NamesLongjaw Leatherjack, Giant Queenfish, Talang Queenfish, Leatherskin, Leatherback, Whitefish
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Australia, Japan
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)47
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large predatory marine fish, Large sharks, Large rays, Large groupers
Description
The Longjaw Leather Jack is a large, predatory marine fish characterized by its elongated body and powerful jaws. This fast-swimming pelagic species inhabits coastal waters and reefs across the Indo-Pacific, primarily preying on other fish. Due to its significant size and predatory nature, it is almost exclusively found in public aquariums.
