Trachinotus blochii

The snub nose dart is a coral reef fish that is usually found in small schools. It is very similar to its Caribbean cousin, the permit, but is smaller in size and is distinguished by a green/golden layer on the back and black fin edges.

This is compared to other trevallies, a much less common species in Indonesia.

The snub nose dart is a perfect target but very mobile so difficult to aim at in the current swept areas. Unlike other trevallies, it might try to hide in caves if any. Also because the schooling fish are very close to each other, it is not exceptional to shoot two at a time.

Like the bluefin trevally, the snub nose dart is delicious cooked.

A good catch in Indonesia, despite its modest size.