Species guide
How to catch Coastal trevally
Turrum coeruleopinnatum
saltwatergame fishCarangidae
The Coastal trevally, also known as the Bluefin kingfish, is a predatory fish that often forms small groups. It inhabits inshore coastal waters, preferring sandy bottoms near deeper reefs.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderate depths (1-60 m) over sandy bottoms near reefs in the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
Typical size
Up to about 41 cm
What they eat
- squid
- crustaceans
- mantis shrimp
Best baits
- small squid strips
- crustacean imitations
- shrimp
Best lures
- metal jigs
- small diving plugs
- soft plastic shrimp imitations
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- casting near reefs
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