Pilot fish Profile

The Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) is primarily known for its striking appearance, characterized by a dark blue body with about five to seven horizontal white stripes. This pelagic species originates from tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. It has a sleek, elongated body, typically reaching lengths up to 70 cm (27 in), though more commonly observed at smaller sizes in the wild. While notable for its association with larger marine animals like sharks, with which it shares a symbiotic relationship, the Pilot fish is not commonly kept in the aquarium trade, largely due to its size and the complexity of replicating its natural pelagic environment.