The life span is 10 - 15 years. Barracuda which scientific name is sphyraena usually grows 0.5m - 2m (20in - 79in). Barracuda inhabits coastal lagoons and coral reefs. It has a smooth skin type. The preferred food type is carnivore.
Facts about barracudas
Name | Barracuda |
Order | Perciformes |
Skin Type | Smooth |
Family | Sphyraenidae |
Phylum | Chordata |
Habitat | Coastal lagoons and coral reefs |
Size (L) | 0.5m - 2m (20in - 79in) |
Common Name | Barracuda |
Colour | Grey, blue, black, brown |
Origin | Oceans worldwide |
Predators | Sharks, humans, killer whales |
Average Clutch Size | 1,000 |
Water Type | Salt |
Scientific Name | Sphyraena |
Class | Actinopterygii |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Life Span | 10 - 15 years |
Main Prey | Fish, plankton, invertebrates |
Diet | Carnivore |
Distinctive Features | Large body size and powerful jaws |
Genus | Sphyraena |
Optimum pH Level | 5 - 7 |