Sphyraena qenie

Open-sea hunters

Blackfin barracuda
Dunkelflossen-Barrakuda
Barracuda à nageoires noires

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 1 and 100 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
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 : 170 cm
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes

Relationship with humans

The animal may inflict serious bites
The species is good to eat
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!