european barracuda
| Scientific name | Sphyraena sphyraena |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linneaus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Sphyraenidae |
| Genus | Sphyraena |
Introduction
Sphyraena sphyraena, commonly known as european barracuda, is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size60 cm
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Maximum size156 cm
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Longevity10 year
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Patternvertical stripes
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Average size60 cm
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Maximum size156 cm
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Longevity10 year
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Patternvertical stripes
How to recognize the european barracuda ?
The european barracuda measures between 60 and 156 cm. This fish is unicolore with a predominantly argent and gris body. The also has noir vertical stripes.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in shoals
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The european 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 european barracuda is a fish living in shoals naturally found close to the surface. This species is carnivorous .
The european barracuda is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond en eau libre
The european 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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Temperature14 - 22 °C
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Depth0 - 100 m
Biotope presentation
The european barracuda is most often found at a depth between 0m and 100m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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Sources & Contributions
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Translation
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Tags
Species of the same biotope
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