Bigeye Trevally
Caranx sexfasciatus
A large, powerful jack species known for its distinctive big eyes and silver body with yellowish fins. One of the larger members of the jack family, prized for both sport and table fare.
Bigeye Trevally at a glance
- Scientific name
- Caranx sexfasciatus
- Typical size
- 24-36 inches, 15-40 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Found in tropical and subtropical waters around reefs, drop-offs, and open ocean areas. Anglers typically target them around deep reefs, seamounts, and offshore structures using live bait, jigs, or trolled lures. They often school in large numbers and can be very aggressive feeders.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a bigeye trevally through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksBigeye Trevally questions people ask
Bigeye Trevally is Caranx sexfasciatus.
A typical bigeye trevally runs 24-36 inches, 15-40 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every bigeye trevally you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in tropical and subtropical waters around reefs, drop-offs, and open ocean areas. Anglers typically target them around deep reefs, seamounts, and offshore structures using live bait, jigs, or trolled lures. They often school in large numbers and can be very aggressive feeders. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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