Whitefin Trevally
NameWhitefin Trevally
Scientific NameCarangoides equula
Common NamesWhitefin Trevally, Whitefin Kingfish, Horse Trevally, Smooth-skinned Trevally
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, Japan, Australia, Hawaii
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)37
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge groupers, Large snappers, Other large trevallies (in very large public aquariums)
Description
The Whitefin Trevally is a large, predatory marine fish found throughout the Indo-Pacific. It is characterized by its silvery body, often with a yellowish tint on the fins, and a deep, compressed body shape. This species is a fast-swimming carnivore, primarily feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates, and is generally unsuitable for home aquariums due to its immense size and active nature.
