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White trevally

Pseudocaranx dentex

White trevally (Pseudocaranx dentex)

Photo: Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Depthbetween 5 and 35 m
Habitatopen water
DifficultyMedium

The White trevally (Pseudocaranx dentex) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents open water and is found between 5 and 35 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is it moves in schools, which shapes how to approach it.

It takes some technique and knowing its behaviour. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 4 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.

Behaviour: it moves in schools.

Minimum size

We don't have a verified size for this species. Check your local regulations before taking it.

Where to catch it

Other names

Jurel dentón (es) · Xaréu-branco (pt)

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum legal size for White trevally?

We don't have a verified size for this species. Always check your local regulations before taking it.

At what depth is White trevally found?

Usually between 5 and 35 m, mostly over open water.

Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?

Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also it moves in schools. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.

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