Yellow Jack
NameYellow Jack
Scientific NameCarangoides bartholomaei
Common NamesYellow Jack, Yellow Jack Crevalle
FamilyCarangidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)39
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large jacks (of similar size), Large groupers, Snappers, Large robust sharks (in public aquariums)
Description
The Yellow Jack is a large, predatory marine fish found throughout the Western Atlantic. It is characterized by its silvery-blue body, often with a distinct yellow or golden hue on its fins and along its dorsal ridge. Due to their immense size and predatory nature, these fast-swimming fish are generally not suitable for typical home aquariums and are primarily seen in public aquariums.
