The giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis), also known as the lowly trevally, barrier trevally, ronin jack, giant kingfish, or ulua, is a species of large marine fish classified in the jack family, Carangidae.

Here is a Longrakered Trevally or Cale Trevally caught by Serbi near Subic Bay while trolling some Rapalas. This is one of many species of fish known here in the Philippines as Talakitok (in Tagalog) or Mamsa (in Cebuano). These fish patrol reef edges all over around the country.

Oct 16, 2012 · Common Name: GT, Giant Trevally, Local Name: Talakitok (Tagalog), Mamsa (Cebuano) Max Size: 170 cm (80 kgs) Biodiversity: Marine, Brackish, Freshwater, Reef Associated, Endemic, Depth: 0 –100 meters. Fishing Season: All Year Long. This species also known as GT, is common through out the country.

Mar 18, 2025 · The giant trevally, a formidable and highly sought-after fish species, is known by various names across the globe. In the Philippines, particularly among the Bisaya-speaking population, this impressive fish is referred to as Mamsa.

Jul 20, 2013 · we recently discovered Mamsa (the fish) and really like how easy it is to separate the bones from the flesh, once cooked. anyone know any other names, biological or local, for Mamsa? i tried a net search but i'm getting nowhere. any …

Dec 13, 2021 · Catching my 1st ever Giant Trevally (Mamsa) using my ultralight set-up. Wow this is a strong fish!

Nov 24, 2012 · Here is a Trevally or Talakitok (known in Bisaya as Mamsa) caught by Sharptooth while fishing live shrimp on the bottom. This is another example of the variety of trevally species which can be caught here in the Philippines.

If you're in the Philippines exploring marine life, you'll encounter the Giant Trevally, also known as 'Talakitok' and 'Mamsa,' a top predator in the country's waters. This fish, part of the Caranx genus, can reach up to 170cm in length and thrives in various marine environments.

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This species is distinguished by the following characters: gill rakers (including rudiments) 5-7 + 15-17 = 20-24; breast naked ventrally, typically with a small to large patch of prepelvic scales; colour in life of adults, head and body silvery grey to black above, usually paler below; fins usually uniformly grey to black, fish from turbid ...