Bigeye Trevally

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  "commonName": "Bigeye Trevally",
  "scientificName": "Caranx sexfasciatus",
  "slug": "bigeye-trevally",
  "category": "saltwater",
  "aliases": [
    "Bigeye Jack",
    "Great Trevally",
    "Six-banded Trevally",
    "Oxeye Trevally",
    "Duskyshoulder Trevally",
    "Forty-pounder"
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  "description": "The bigeye trevally is a silver bullet of the Indo-Pacific, a powerful predator whose form speaks to its open-ocean prowess. Its body is a classic, muscular carangid shape – deep and compressed – cloaked in a radiant silver that can shift to a steely blue-green on the back. The namesake feature is its large, expressive eye, set within a distinctly blunt head profile. A black spot on the upper edge of the gill cover is a reliable field mark. While typically encountered in the 5- to 15-pound range, this species is a true heavyweight contender, with verified giants pushing past 25 pounds, making it one of the larger trevallies an angler can hope to hook.",
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      "description": "The Bigeye Trevally is a pelagic powerhouse, cruising open water, reef edges, and passes in schools or as solitary predators. Its life is one of relentless pursuit, hunting baitfish and squid across vast stretches of blue water with explosive speed and power.",
      "appearance": "Streamlined, deep-bodied, and powerfully compressed. The back is a radiant steely blue-green or dark silver, blending into a brilliant, reflective silver on the sides and belly. The head is notably blunt and steep, with a very large, prominent eye (its namesake). A distinct, oval black spot is present on the upper edge of the gill cover (operculum). The pectoral fins are long and scythe-like. Fins are generally dark, often with yellowish or dusky tones. Size typically ranges from 5 to 25+ pounds.",
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      "habitat": "Pelagic and reef-associated in the Indo-Pacific. Found around offshore islands, steep reef drop-offs, lagoon passes, and in the open ocean. Often schools near the surface or mid-water.",
      "anglersNote": "This is the classic trophy phase, prized for its blistering runs and powerful fight. A premier light-tackle and fly-fishing target.",
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  "contentUpdatedAt": "2026-05-09T22:32:17.611Z"
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