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Yellowfin Trevally

Yellowfin Trevally

Assado Frito Petisco Cozido

Carne escura Carne firme Sem espinha

Baixo risco Sustentável

Esse peixe é uma boa pedida

A great predator of the seas, the Caranx is common on the Brazilian coast. It is not considered a commercial species, but knowing how to clean and handle it, good recipes can be achieved. The loin of the Caranx is a darker meat due to excess blood, so in this part, its meat is not flavorful.
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General characteristics

They are very voracious and excellent hunters. Yellow jacks corner their prey, and while some feed, others prevent the fish from escaping. They feed mainly on fish, squid, and crustaceans. They can reach 1.25m in length and 32kg in weight.

Location and habitat

Generics: Northeast Coast, South/Southeast.
Specifics: Guarujá/Cocanha

Scientific and other names

Caranx hippos