Fin's Fish Guide
The Longrakered trevally (Ulua mentalis) is a saltwater fish of the family Carangidae that grows up to 100 cm.
Description
The longrakered trevally is a large jack (Carangidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species can reach about one metre and has a deep, compressed, silvery body with a deeply forked tail. Characteristic are the very long gill rakers, to which the name refers, with which juveniles and subadults filter plankton from the water; larger fish also hunt small fishes. It inhabits coastal waters over sand and mud bottoms; juveniles enter estuaries. The species is a valued food fish caught in coastal fisheries.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Longrakered trevally?
The Longrakered trevally has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Very long gill rakers for filtering plankton; juveniles in estuaries.
Where does the Longrakered trevally live?
The Longrakered trevally lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific, in coastal waters and estuaries.
How big does the Longrakered trevally get?
The Longrakered trevally grows to a maximum of about 100 cm. On average the species is around 50 cm.
Is the Longrakered trevally dangerous to humans?
No, the Longrakered trevally is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Longrakered trevally edible?
Yes, the Longrakered trevally is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Ulua
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