Caranx chrysophrys
July 12, 2020
The long-nosed trevally occurs from the Indian Ocean to Australia, in biotopes similar to those where is found the gold-spotted trevally, i.e. reef or sand.
It is rare in Indonesia. It can be recognized by its angular body but a rather elongated nose, hence its name. It also has a black spot on the operculum, and a fleshy mouth. But its most particular characteristic is the sticky mucus which covers it, totally unique in the trevallies of Indonesian waters. It is literally slimly.
This trevally is vigorous but of medium size, rarely exceeding 5kg.
Its flesh is similar to that of the giant trevally, therefore medium. In case there are no other catches around…
