First Cast species profile
Jack Crevalle
Caranx hippos
Saltwater
Also called: crevalle jack, jack, toro, cavalla
Overview
A hard-pulling roaming fish that tracks bait through channels, surf, and passes.
- Family
- Carangidae
- Typical habitat
- Channels, Surf, Passes, Bait schools
- Takes
- Baitfish imitation, Mullet, Large spoon
- Seasonality
- Tide, wind, and water clarity shape the bite more than the calendar; verify current regulations before keeping fish.
Identification
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Needs review: check current TPWD Outdoor Annual before harvesting.
Regulations: Check current TPWD rules before harvesting.
Source: TPWD Outdoor Annual 2025-2026Verify current regulations with the state or federal authority before fishing.