Bigeye scad
(Selar crumenophthalmus)
Image source: uwkwaj | inaturalist.org
General data
Scientific names:
Bigeye scad
Habitat:
Saltwater
Climates:
Tropical, Subtropical
The bigeye scad (Selar crumenophthalmus) is a species of oceanic fish found in tropical regions around the globe. Other common names include purse-eyed scad, goggle-eyed scad, akule, chicharro, charrito ojón, jacks, matang baka, mushimas and coulirou.
The bigeye scad is blue-green or green on its back and sides and white on the underside.
It grows to about 15 inches (38 cm) long and feeds on small invertebrates, fish larvae, and zooplankton.
It is a schooling fish, it is mostly nocturnal, and it prefers clean, clear insular waters.
