Pi222 Caranx armatus (Longfin trevally)

 Pi222                Caranx armatus (Longfin trevally)

 

Phylum            : Chordata

Class                : Teleostei

Order               : Carangiformes

Family             : Carangidae

Genus              : Caranx

Species            : Caranx armatus

 

Accepted name: Carangoides armatus

 

Description:

        Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 19-22; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 16 - 18. Adults are found in coastal waters near corals and rocks, also in shallow lagoons. Solitary species on inshore reefs. Small groups frequently patrol perimeter of reefs. Juveniles may enter estuaries.

 

IUCN Status: Least concern