Species
Black Trevally
Caranx lugubris
Also known as Black Jack
Tier 5Eating9/10heavy tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints40–70 cm (max 100 cm) typical
Overview: about black trevally
Powerful offshore jack with a reputation as a strong fighter, found in deep reef and offshore waters off QLD and WA. Target with large jigs, soft plastics and live baits in 50-200m, using heavy tackle to wear them down. Be aware of the moderate ciguatera risk when consuming black trevally.
Biology: Black Trevally size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Inshore, Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 40–70 cm (max 100 cm)
- Weight
- up to 17.9 kg
- Depth range
- 12–354 m
- Global range
- circumglobal
Safety & handling
Ciguatera risk: moderateAvoid eating large specimens from tropical reefs. Risk varies by region and individual fish — when in doubt, release.
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