Golden trevally (Gnathanodon speciosus) is a saltwater species recorded in Singapore. It is mainly found over reef, sand, at depths of 0–80 m.
Scientific name: Gnathanodon speciosus · Water: Saltwater
Size: up to 120 cm
The golden trevally is a carangid known in Singapore as “Boon Nang” or “Ikan Sagai”, and a popular mid-to-large target from both shore and boat. Its range is the Indo-Pacific, from KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa north to Mie Prefecture in Japan and east to the south-western coast of Baja California Sur and the Gulf of California, south to Ecuador. Shore Angler devotes a section to it; it is strong and often hugs structure, making the fight a challenge. Singapore’s Red Data Book lists it as VU (vulnerable).
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