Species profile
Blue Runner
Caranx crysos
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At a glance
Blue Runner (Caranx crysos) is an IUCN Least Concern bony-fish species with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
Confirmed by 709 research-grade iNaturalist observations, with Florida, Alabama, and Texas the top jurisdictions by observation count.
Notable details
- Grows to about 27 inches and can reach 11 pounds.
- Travels in large, fast-moving schools visible from the water's surface.
- Widely prized as live bait for tuna, marlin, and sailfish.
- Found on both sides of the Atlantic, from Nova Scotia to Brazil.
- Feeds on small fish, squid, and crustaceans, often hunting in coordinated schools.
Where Blue Runner are seen
Background
The blue runner, Caranx crysos (also known as the bluestripe jack, Egyptian scad, hardtail jack and hardnose), is a common species of moderately large marine fish classified in the jack family, Carangidae. The blue runner is distributed across the Atlantic Ocean, ranging from Brazil to Canada in the western Atlantic and from Angola to Great Britain including the Mediterranean in the east…
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Blue Runner article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Blue Runner?
Blue Runner (Caranx crysos) is an IUCN Least Concern bony-fish species with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
What is the scientific name for Blue Runner?
Blue Runner is Caranx crysos.
Are there fishing rules for Blue Runner?
Blue Runner does not currently have published fishing rules in CatchRules' curated jurisdictions. Identification, range, and habitat are still tracked above.
How can I identify Blue Runner?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules app for iPhone or Android — on-device identification recognizes Blue Runner along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.