Sphyraena [Sphyraena]

Description

Barracudas are sleek, fast predators that divers may see cruising along drop-offs or near reefs. They often hold a steady position before making sudden, straight-line bursts to chase prey.

Species
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda

Sphyraena barracuda

Taxonomy
Phylum Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
Class Teleosts (Bony Fishes)
Teleostei
Order Uncertain Placement Jacks & Relatives
Carangaria incertae sedis
Family Barracudas
Sphyraenidae
Statistics
  • Species 1