Slender body. Blunt, flat heads signify the males. Brilliantly colored. When seen in the water, irredescant colors of blues, greens and yellows; almost appear to be neon or electric in colors. Deeply forked tail is typically yellow. Typically spotted with blue to green to black all over body.

In all tropical and subtropical waters. Commonly orientated to floating debris such as weed lines, kelp patties and floating objects.

Up to 85 lbs. Extremely fast growing fish. Short lived.

Whole fresh, fresh fillets, frozen fillets. Food value is excellent eating. One of the most sport fishes around its ranges. Often seen leaping.