Sphyraena flavicauda

Open-sea hunters

Yellowtail barracuda
Gelbschwanz - Barrakuda
Bécune à queue jaune
Barracuda de cola amarilla
Barracuda coda gialla

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 30 Meters.
Uncommon Species

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

Lives in large groups
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 50 cm
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - Mollusks -

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!