Shortjaw Leather Jack
NameShortjaw Leather Jack
Scientific NameScomberoides tala
Common NamesShortjaw Leather Jack, Barred Queenfish, Tala Queenfish, Deep Queenfish
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Western Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust marine predators
Description
The Shortjaw Leather Jack is a large, active, predatory marine fish native to the Indo-Pacific. It features a sleek, silvery body, a deeply forked yellow tail, and a distinctive short jaw. This fast-swimming species is a challenging inhabitant for home aquariums due to its size and dietary needs.
