Blue Runner

Caranx crysos

Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Regions

Florida

Protected status

None

Also known as

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Species Profile

Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.

FWC

Size

Up to 20 inches (4 pounds); and common under 1 pound

Similar species

Bluefish, P. saltatrix; crevalle jack, C. hippos (lacks scutes); and other jack species Size: Up to 20 inches (4 pounds); and common under 1 pound

Appearance

Color light-olive to bluish-green on back, with a silver-gray to golden belly
Usually have black spot on gill cover
Scutes (bone-like projections) present on sides, in front of tail
Tail tips black in color

Habitat

Juveniles found offshore. Adults found inshore and nearshore.

Behavior

Mature at 9 to 10 inches. Spawn offshore January through August. Young form schools near floating objects or structure. Adults feed on fish, shrimp and squid.

Additional information

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Sources

Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

FWC Wildlife Habitats Profile (FL)