Aldabra trevally

<em>Carangichthys dinema</em>, the Aldabra Trevally, is a robust saltwater predator of the family Carangidae, the jacks and trevallies. Adults can reach approximately 85 cm in length and up to 2.6 kg in weight, and this species occupies coastal and reef-associated habitats at depths of 1 to 80 meters. The Carangidae are fast-swimming, schooling predators of tropical and subtropical seas, and the trevallies in particular are celebrated for their power and aggression. <em>Carangichthys dinema</em> is a recognized game fish, valued by sport anglers for its energetic fight on light tackle. It is associated with coral reef margins, lagoon channels, and shallow coastal flats where it pursues smaller fishes and invertebrates. Details of habitat and range for this species remain limited in the ichthyological literature. Trevallies are targeted using a variety of methods including spinning lures, live bait, and fly fishing. The Aldabra Trevally's relatively modest maximum size and its coastal habitat preference make it an accessible target for recreational anglers throughout its range in the Indian Ocean and adjacent waters.