Whitefin Trevally
Kaiwarinus equula
A silvery jack species with distinctive white-tipped fins found in tropical and subtropical waters. Known for their schooling behavior and strong fighting ability when hooked.
Whitefin Trevally at a glance
- Scientific name
- Kaiwarinus equula
- Typical size
- 12-18 inches, 1-3 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Inshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Inhabits coastal waters, often found around reefs, sandy bottoms, and nearshore structures. Anglers target them using live bait, jigs, and small lures while drift fishing or around structure. They form large schools and are popular targets for light tackle fishing.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a whitefin 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™ worksWhitefin Trevally questions people ask
Whitefin Trevally is Kaiwarinus equula.
A typical whitefin trevally runs 12-18 inches, 1-3 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every whitefin trevally you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Inhabits coastal waters, often found around reefs, sandy bottoms, and nearshore structures. Anglers target them using live bait, jigs, and small lures while drift fishing or around structure. They form large schools and are popular targets for light tackle fishing. It is a salt water species, filed under inshore 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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