South Florida Reefs

Bar Jack

Caranx ruber

Location: British Virgin Islands

Scientific Name: Caranx ruber

Also known as: Red Jack, Passing Jack, Skip Jack

Category: Jacks

Size: 8 to 14 in. (20 to 35 cm)

Depth: 0-60 ft. (0-18 m)

Distribution: Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida, Bermuda, Gulf of America, Brazil