Pelagic

Giant Trevally

Caranx ignobilis
LC· Least concernCautionPelagic

The undisputed bruiser of the jacks, a deep-bodied silver powerhouse with a steep forehead that hunts with explosive speed. Often seen shadowing reef sharks or stingrays, using them to flush out prey along Red Sea drop-offs.

Size (typical)
0.8–1.7 mm
Depth range
IUCN status
LC
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Diver safety
Maintain distance · do not advance.
Verified sightings · last 12 months

Sighting history

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