Genus Priacanthus refers to a group of marine fish commonly known as bigeyes and catalufas. These fish belong to the family Priacanthidae, which includes about 20 species. Other synonyms for the Genus Priacanthus include the common names of the different species, like the Hawaiian bigeye, the devil fish, the high-hat, and the Pacific catalufa, among others. Bigeyes are characteristically large-headed, deep-bodied, and short-fin pelagic fishes found in tropical and subtropical oceans around the world. These fish are commercially important and are caught mainly for food or as baitfishes. They are prized by anglers for their strong fighting abilities, making them popular as sportfishes.