Carangoides ferdau (Forsskål, 1775)
Blue trevally
Species recognized by R Froese & D Pauly (eds),
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- Overview
- Description
- Ecology and Distribution
- Relevance
- Biodiversity Heritage Library
- References and More Information
- Specialist Projects
- Common Names
Overview
Biology
Source and Additional Information
Found in coastal waters adjacent to sandy beaches; also found to depths of 60 m, often near reefs (Ref. 30573). Singly or in small groups (Ref. 48635). Feeds mainly on crustaceans, mollusks and small fish that are abundant in the lagoons. Excellent food fish (Ref. 12484), the flesh is rarely poisonous.
