Pilotfish EXPERT ONLY
The Pilotfish, also known as the Golden Trevally or Golden Jack, is shimmering metallic-gold with black vertical bands across the body.
It requires a 500 gallon or larger aquarium because it grows rapidly. It is a schooling fish and prefers other Pilotfish as tank mates. It will eat smaller fish.
When first introduced into the aquarium, live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used to entice this fish to eat. The Pilotfish diet should consist of prepared meaty foods for carnivores, and live fish such as shrimp, scallops, and marine flesh.
Size Guide
| Size Category | Length Range |
|---|---|
| Small | Under 3 inches |
| Medium | 3 inches to 7 inches |
| Large | Above 7 inches |
FAQ
What kind of tank size is required for a Pilotfish?
A 500 gallon or larger aquarium is required because the Pilotfish grows rapidly.
What should I feed my Pilotfish?
Feed prepared meaty foods for carnivores, and live fish such as shrimp, scallops, and marine flesh. Live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used initially to encourage feeding.
Can Pilotfish be kept with other fish?
Pilotfish are schooling fish and prefer to be kept with other Pilotfish. They may eat smaller fish, so avoid keeping them with species that are too small.
Lucas Rutherford –
The Pilotfish arrived healthy and active. After a week, it started eating the shrimp and marine meat. I’ve added more tank mates, but I’m cautious about smaller fish. It’s a striking fish with a metallic shine.
Felicity Chapman –
I’ve kept it in a 600-gallon tank. It’s active and social, but I had to remove a small tetra that was too small. Feeding it live shrimp and meaty pellets works well.
Thomas Lawrence –
The fish is beautiful with its black and gold pattern. It’s not aggressive, but it does eat smaller fish. I now keep only larger species with it. Very satisfied with the purchase.