great barracuda
| Scientific name | Sphyraena barracuda |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Edwards |
| Year of description | 1771 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Sphyraenidae |
| Genus | Sphyraena |
Introduction
Sphyraena barracuda, commonly known as great barracuda, is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size140 cm
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Maximum size200 cm
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Patternvertical stripes
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Average size140 cm
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Maximum size200 cm
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Patternvertical stripes
How to recognize the great barracuda ?
The great barracuda measures between 140 and 200 cm. This fish is unicolore with a predominantly gris body. The also has noir vertical stripes.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The great barracuda hunts in the stalk and is one of the predators of its biotope. Opportunistic, it does not hesitate to attack any smaller animal nearby.
The great barracuda is a fish solitary naturally found close to the surface. This species is carnivorous .
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. However, the great barracuda is generally peaceful with non-territorial animals that cannot be potential prey.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond en eau libre
The great barracuda is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.
Risks for humans
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VenomousNo
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BiteYes
This species can attack if it feels threatened. It is important to be particularly vigilant especially during dives or fishing sessions.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth1 - 100 m
Biotope presentation
The great barracuda is most often found at a depth between 1m and 100m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
Fishkeeping
Not recommended
We do not recommend keeping this species in an aquarium. It has unpredictable needs which, if not met, generate significant stress, potentially leading to a shorter life expectancy, an interruption of its growth or the development of pathogens.
To go further
To read on the web
Sources & Contributions
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Translation
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