Malabar trevally
📖 Overview
Adults occur in the continental shelf, near rocks and coral reefs . They feed on crustaceans, small squids, and fishes . Juveniles are found in sandy bays . Marketed fresh, may be dried or salted .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 20 - 23; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 17 - 19. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Malabar trevally is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; amphidromous ; depth range 20 - 140 m . Tropical; 40°N - 48°S, 30°E - 176°W West Pacific: from Red Sea and Arabian Gulf, south to South Africa and northeast to Japan, Papua New Guinea, Queensland and Wallis and Futuna.
🌿 Ecology
crustaceans, small squids, and fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 19.7 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 137 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Malabar trevally has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - |
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