Horse-eye jack is a popular saltwater fish species that can be found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. This fish species is also known by several other names depending on the region and the language. Some of the common synonyms for horse-eye jack include crevalle jack, yellow cavalli, and hardtail jack. In Spanish-speaking regions, it is known as jurel ojón or jurel rayado, while the French call it carangue à yeux d'or. Other synonyms for horse-eye jack include amberjack, yellow jack, and pilot fish. These synonyms are often used interchangeably, and it is best to identify the fish using their scientific name, Caranx latus, to avoid confusion.