The complete mitochondrial genome of the blue runner, (Mitchill, 1815) (Teleostei: Carangidae).

was collected from offshore of Sierra Leone and its complete mitochondrial genome was determined using next-generation sequencing (NGS). The circular mitogenome encoded a typical 37 genes, including 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), 2 ribosomal RNA genes (12S rRNA and 16S rRNA), and 22 tRNA genes. An unusual start codon (GTG) was identified for the gene, and incomplete stop codons (T-/TA-) were found in seven genes, including , , , , , , and . All tRNAs were predicted to fold into the typical clover-leaf structures, except for tRNA, which lacks the D-arm. formed a monoclade with the tree other species belonging to the genus , apart from the others. Among them, was most closely related to and . The mitogenome sequence of provides information for a better understanding of evolutionary relationships, systemic, and mitogenomic study within the family Carangidae.