Yellowtail Scad
NameYellowtail Scad
Scientific NameAtule mate
Common NamesYellowtail Scad, One-finlet Scad, Northern Yellowtail Scad
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Other large Jacks, Tunas (in very large public aquariums)
Description
The Yellowtail Scad is a schooling marine fish characterized by its silvery body and bright yellow caudal fin. These fast-swimming predators inhabit coastal waters and reefs across the Indo-Pacific, forming large schools for protection and hunting. They are not typically kept in home aquariums due to their size, schooling requirements, and active nature.
