Jacks & Trevally
Giant Trevally
Caranx ignobilis
SaltwaterCarangidaeLeast Concern
About
The Giant Trevally, also known as GT, is a large, predatory fish with a streamlined body and a deeply forked tail. They are known for their aggressive hunting behavior and are often seen ambushing prey near reefs and shorelines.
- Average size
- Up to 170 cm (67 inches), commonly around 80 cm (31 inches); Up to 80 kg (176 lbs)
- Colors
- Silvery-grey to dark grey or black, often with darker blotches or spots. Juveniles can be more silvery.
- Diet
- Carnivorous, feeding primarily on fish, crustaceans (crabs, shrimp), and cephalopods (squid, octopus).
- Region
- Not typically found in the US, but occasionally seen in Hawaii.