The bluefin trevally is distinguished by its bright metallic blue color. Its body is elongated and laterally compressed.

The bluefin trevally is an impressive-sized fish, generally ranging between 12 and 24 inches in length, with some specimens easily reaching up to 35 inches.

The bluefin trevally inhabits the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

In the Indian ocean, the bluefin trevally is found along the coasts of East Africa, the Red sea, the western Indian ocean and the islands of the Indian ocean like the Seychelles, Madagascar and the Maldives.

In the Pacific ocean, the bluefin trevally is present across a vast area extending from the South Pacific islands, Australia and New Zealand to the Hawaiian islands.

The bluefin trevally frequents coastal waters, coral reefs, and rocky areas. It often swims in small groups or schools.

The bluefin trevally is carnivorous, feeding primarily on small fish, crustaceans and cephalopods.

Due to its impressive size and fighting spirit when hooked, the bluefin trevally is highly prized by sport fishing enthusiasts.

The bluefin trevally is listed as many other marine species within The IUCN Red List of threatened species. The bluefin trevally appears in the IUCN Red List since 2016 within the category Least Concern !