Sphyraena argentea

Open-sea hunters

  • Pacific barracuda
  • Pazifischer Barrakuda
  • Barracuda du Pacifique
  • Barracuda plateada

Distribution

    Environment and movement of the diurnal species

    • The species is generally found in the open sea.
    • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
    • The species can be found between 0 and 38 Meters.
    • Uncommon Species

    General behaviour of the species

    • The species is migrating
    • Species generally living in a group
    • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 145 cm
    • Maximum age known : 12 year(s)
    • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
    • Diet : Fishes

    Relationship with humans

    • The animal may bite
    • 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