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The Blacktip kingfish (Caranx heberi) is a brackish-water fish of the family Carangidae that grows up to 88 cm.
Description
The blacktip trevally is a jack (Carangidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a streamlined, silvery body with a black tip on the upper tail-fin lobe, to which the name refers. Adults live in clear coastal water over rocky reefs, often in small groups. As a fast predator it hunts fishes and crustaceans. It is a valued food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blacktip kingfish?
The Blacktip kingfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Black tip on the upper caudal lobe; fast reef predator and valued food fish.
Where does the Blacktip kingfish live?
The Blacktip kingfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; clear coastal water over rocky reefs.
How big does the Blacktip kingfish get?
The Blacktip kingfish grows to a maximum of about 88 cm. On average the species is around 30 cm.
Is the Blacktip kingfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Blacktip kingfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blacktip kingfish edible?
Yes, the Blacktip kingfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Caranx
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