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The Whitefin trevally (Carangoides equula) is a saltwater fish of the family Carangidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The whitefin trevally is a jack of the family Carangidae from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 45 cm and has a streamlined, laterally compressed, silvery body with white fin tips and a deeply forked tail. It lives over sand and mud bottoms of the continental shelf and sometimes forms small groups. As a fast predator it hunts small fishes, crustaceans and other bottom animals. The whitefin trevally is a valued food and bycatch fish. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whitefin trevally?
The Whitefin trevally has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. White fin tips and a deeply forked tail; fast predator of sandy and muddy bottoms.
Where does the Whitefin trevally live?
The Whitefin trevally lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific; sandy and muddy bottoms of the continental shelf.
How big does the Whitefin trevally get?
The Whitefin trevally grows to a maximum of about 45 cm.
Is the Whitefin trevally dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitefin trevally is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Whitefin trevally edible?
Yes, the Whitefin trevally is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Carangoides
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