Common name : California barracuda, Pacific barracuda, Pacific barracuda
Scientific name : Sphyraena argentea
Family : Sphyraenidae
Native to : Oceans worldwide
Interesting fact : The ageof a barracuda can be determined by counting the rings on its scales and the inner ear.
Conservation status : Least Concern
This large, fearsome, solitary fish thrives in tropical and sub-tropical oceans. It has a shiny, long body covered in smooth scales. Their sharp fang-like teeth help them grip their food such as jacks, groupers, snappers, small tunas, mullets, herrings and anchovies. They breed in spring spawning in deeper waters. Its lifespan is about 14 years.
